What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Maldives?

Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Maldives

What airlines fly to Maldives?

Etihad Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Maldives from Illinois according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Maldives. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Maldives on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Maldives?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Maldives are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Maldives?

As of September 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Maldives.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Maldives?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Maldives.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Maldives?

The required travel and health documents for your Maldives trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Maldives. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$535 Cheap Flights from Illinois to the Maldives in 2026

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Illinois to the Maldives

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

8:25 pm - 1:45 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

31h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:40 am - 8:35 amMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,071Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 19

8:25 pm - 1:45 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

31h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:40 am - 8:35 amMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,071Etihad Airways

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

10:30 am - 7:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

35h 00m2 stops Cairo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:15 am - 5:15 amMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Cairo

$1,134Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 8

7:45 pm - 9:20 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

38h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

4:25 pm - 2:55 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

57h 30m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl

$1,142Emirates

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 10

8:25 pm - 8:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

49h 50m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Bengaluru Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

9:00 pm - 8:35 amMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

45h 35m3 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,145Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

8:35 pm - 12:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

53h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

4:30 pm - 4:00 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 30m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl

$1,147Emirates

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

6:50 pm - 8:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

26h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 pm - 2:30 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,156Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

11:45 am - 7:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

32h 40m1 stop Istanbul

9:00 am - 10:00 amMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 00m1 stop Istanbul

$1,247Turkish Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16

8:15 pm - 7:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

24h 10m1 stop Istanbul

9:55 pm - 10:00 amMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 05m1 stop Istanbul

$1,259Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26

6:02 am - 7:50 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-MLE Male

38h 48m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 pm - 6:17 pmMLE Male-STL Lambert-St Louis

32h 12m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,386Qatar Airways

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12

Cheap last minute flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

8:25 pm - 5:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

22h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:40 am - 8:35 amMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,123Etihad Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

7:20 pm - 8:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 pm - 3:05 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,153Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

7:00 am - 1:45 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

44h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:40 am - 8:35 amMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,160Etihad Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

7:00 am - 1:45 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

44h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:25 pm - 7:01 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 36m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,163Etihad Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

2:00 pm - 8:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

32h 15m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

3:15 pm - 3:40 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,184Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

7:20 pm - 8:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

9:00 pm - 3:05 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 05m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,223Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

2:00 pm - 8:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

32h 15m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2:10 pm - 3:40 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 30m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,232Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21

8:35 pm - 9:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

26h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:30 pm - 3:55 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

57h 25m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl

$1,408Emirates

Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 11

4:50 pm - 7:40 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-MLE Male

28h 50m3 stops Newark Athens Eleftherios V. Dubai Intl

6:25 pm - 8:20 pmMLE Male-STL Lambert-St Louis

35h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$11,604Emirates

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13

8:35 pm - 7:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLE Male

25h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:30 pm - 3:55 pmMLE Male-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 25m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Dubai Intl

$27,512Emirates

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Etihad Airways flights from Illinois to Maldives

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Illinois to Maldives flight tickets

Etihad Airways

Oct 5

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m

1 stop

MLE1:45 pmMale

Oct 19

MLE9:40 amMale

32h 55m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,071

Etihad Airways

Oct 12

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 50m

1 stop

MLE5:15 amMale

Oct 19

MLE9:40 amMale

32h 55m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,073

Etihad Airways

Nov 2

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

MLE1:50 pmMale

Nov 16

MLE9:10 amMale

33h 45m

1 stop

ORD7:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,081

Emirates flights from Illinois to Maldives

Our best Emirates deals on Illinois to Maldives flight tickets

Emirates

Oct 4

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

53h 40m

2 stops

MLE12:15 pmMale

Oct 21

MLE8:15 amMale

65h 45m

2 stops

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,147

Emirates

Oct 12

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 00m

2 stops

MLE9:35 pmMale

Oct 19

MLE4:30 pmMale

57h 30m

2 stops

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,149

Emirates

Oct 19

ORD8:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 40m

2 stops

MLE12:15 pmMale

Nov 4

MLE4:25 pmMale

33h 30m

2 stops

ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,176

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/5

8:25 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Male

Mon 10/19

9:40 am-8:35 am

1 stop32h 55m

$1,071

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/7

8:25 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Male

Wed 10/14

9:40 am-8:35 am

1 stop32h 55m

$1,071

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/2

10:30 am-7:30 am

2 stops35h 00m

Male

Thu 10/8

9:15 am-5:15 am

2 stops30h 00m

$1,134

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/28

7:45 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops38h 35m

Male

Wed 3/10

4:25 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops57h 30m

$1,142

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/7

8:25 pm-8:15 am

3 stops49h 50m

Male

Wed 10/14

9:00 pm-8:35 am

3 stops45h 35m

$1,145

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/5

8:35 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops53h 40m

Male

Mon 10/12

4:30 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$1,147

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/2

6:50 pm-8:25 am

1 stop26h 35m

Male

Mon 11/16

9:05 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$1,156

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/2

11:45 am-7:25 am

1 stop32h 40m

Male

Wed 12/16

9:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop36h 00m

$1,247

Quickest round-trip

ChicagoMalé

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MLE Male

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/23

8:15 pm-7:25 am

1 stop24h 10m

Male

Thu 11/26

9:55 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 05m

$1,259

St. LouisMalé

STL Lambert-St Louis - MLE Male

STLMLE

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/7

6:02 am-7:50 am

2 stops38h 48m

Male

Thu 11/12

9:05 pm-6:17 pm

2 stops32h 12m

$1,386

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Maldives

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

What is the cheapest month to fly to Maldives?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Maldives from Illinois during April instead. Flights to Maldives in April, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,192.

Cheap Illinois to Maldives flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Illinois to Maldives

Best Price Found	$535
Fastest flight time	22h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Maldives from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $535. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Maldives found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,071.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Maldives takes 22h 50m

There are no direct flights from Illinois to Maldives. There are no popular flight routes from Illinois to Maldives.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Illinois to the Maldives

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Maldives?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Maldives are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Maldives?
As of September 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Maldives.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Maldives?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Maldives.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Maldives?
The required travel and health documents for your Maldives trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Maldives. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Maldives

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Illinois to Maldives with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $942	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,474 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $965	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,534 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,130	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,656 reviews	Search Emirates flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Illinois to Maldives?

It is quick and easy to find Illinois to Maldives flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Maldives that suits you.

Can I find flights from Illinois to Maldives with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Illinois to Maldives with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Illinois to Maldives?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Maldives from Illinois. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Illinois to Maldives right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Illinois to Maldives flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

An easier way to manage your Maldives trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Thu 10/8

Thu 10/15

Email me momondo's favorite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to the Maldives

Popular cities

Other flights from Illinois

Other flights to the Maldives

Airlines

Cabin classes

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Popular cities in the Maldives

Flights to Maléfrom $744

Flights to Addu Cityfrom $1,313

Flights to Hanimaadhoo

Cheap flights from Illinois to the Maldives from $535

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Illinois to the Maldives departing on 9/19. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from Illinois to the Maldives

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last minute flights

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Etihad Airways flights from Illinois to Maldives

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Illinois to Maldives flight tickets

Emirates flights from Illinois to Maldives

Our best Emirates deals on Illinois to Maldives flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to the Maldives that are best for you.

See travel insights to the Maldives from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Maldives

What is the cheapest month to fly to Maldives?

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Maldives?

What airlines fly to Maldives?

Cheap Illinois to Maldives flight deals and tips

Best Price Found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Frequently asked questions about flying from Illinois to the Maldives

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Maldives

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Illinois to Maldives with momondo

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Maldives trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to the Maldives

Popular cities in the Maldives

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Illinois flight routes

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Maldives flight routes

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Fly your favorite airline to the Maldives

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Cabin classes currently available on flights to the Maldives

List of cabin classes available on flights landing in the Maldives. Availability may vary depending on flight origin and airline.

Complete your trip to the Maldives

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year