How long is the flight from United States to Maldives?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United States you fly out of and what airport in Maldives you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Male takes 26h on average. On the other hand, flying from Miami to Male takes 21h 40m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Maldives?

Some of the world’s most well-traveled cities are in Maldives. The most popular city to travel to in Maldives is Malé, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 99% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Maldives are Addu City and Dharavandhoo.

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Flights to Malé

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China Eastern

Mar 18

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Mar 25

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$738

China Eastern

Mar 18

LAX

71h 25m

3 stops

MLE

Mar 25

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$740

China Eastern

Mar 9

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Mar 23

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$807

China Eastern

Mar 16

LAX

71h 25m

3 stops

MLE

Mar 23

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$810

Singapore Airlines

Apr 14

SFO

22h 50m

1 stop

MLE

Apr 23

MLE

22h 00m

1 stop

SFO

$813

China Eastern

Mar 18

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Mar 24

MLE

45h 10m

2 stops

LAX

$817

Singapore Airlines

Apr 22

SFO

22h 50m

1 stop

MLE

Apr 29

MLE

32h 05m

1 stop

SFO

$830

China Eastern

Mar 17

LAX

47h 25m

2 stops

MLE

Mar 23

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$834

China Eastern

Mar 9

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Mar 23

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$840

China Eastern

Mar 15

LAX

47h 25m

2 stops

MLE

Mar 22

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$845

China Eastern

Mar 16

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Mar 20

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$846

Singapore Airlines

Aug 9

LAX

33h 35m

1 stop

MLE

Aug 24

MLE

35h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$854

Flights to Addu City

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 28

JFK

54h 40m

2 stops

GAN

Mar 7

GAN

33h 55m

2 stops

JFK

$1,416

Multiple Airlines

Apr 12

IAD

41h 30m

2 stops

GAN

Apr 22

GAN

51h 20m

2 stops

IAD

$1,481

Multiple Airlines

Apr 12

IAD

41h 30m

2 stops

GAN

Apr 22

GAN

44h 20m

3 stops

IAD

$1,484

Qatar Airways

May 3

SFO

33h 40m

2 stops

GAN

May 7

GAN

35h 10m

2 stops

SFO

$1,513

Multiple Airlines

Mar 17

JFK

28h 45m

2 stops

GAN

Mar 24

GAN

40h 40m

2 stops

JFK

$1,577

Multiple Airlines

Mar 30

JFK

54h 35m

2 stops

GAN

Apr 5

GAN

41h 10m

2 stops

JFK

$1,581

Multiple Airlines

Mar 5

ATL

36h 45m

2 stops

GAN

Mar 12

GAN

54h 15m

2 stops

ATL

$1,657

Multiple Airlines

Apr 12

IAD

49h 45m

3 stops

GAN

Apr 22

GAN

38h 00m

3 stops

IAD

$1,686

Multiple Airlines

Apr 12

IAD

43h 55m

3 stops

GAN

Apr 22

GAN

44h 20m

3 stops

IAD

$1,690

Multiple Airlines

Apr 1

JFK

29h 35m

3 stops

GAN

Apr 8

GAN

27h 30m

2 stops

JFK

$1,820

Multiple Airlines

Jun 13

JFK

54h 15m

3 stops

GAN

Jun 20

GAN

27h 25m

2 stops

JFK

$2,067

Multiple Airlines

Jun 13

JFK

30h 20m

3 stops

GAN

Jun 20

GAN

33h 00m

3 stops

JFK

$2,095

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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

MLE

41h 20m

1 stop

7:05 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

27h 00m

1 stop

$738China Eastern

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

12:30 pm - 11:55 pm

LAX

MLE

71h 25m

3 stops

7:05 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

27h 00m

1 stop

$740China Eastern

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

12:30 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

MLE

41h 20m

1 stop

7:05 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

27h 00m

1 stop

$807China Eastern

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23

11:00 am - 9:50 pm

SFO

MLE

22h 50m

1 stop

11:10 pm - 9:10 am

MLE

SFO

22h 00m

1 stop

$813Singapore Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 23

11:00 am - 9:50 pm

SFO

MLE

22h 50m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 9:10 am

MLE

SFO

32h 05m

1 stop

$830Singapore Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

1:10 pm - 5:05 am

ORD

MLE

28h 55m

1 stop

9:10 am - 8:35 am

MLE

ORD

33h 25m

1 stop

$978Etihad Airways

Thu, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 11

1:10 pm - 7:25 am

ORD

MLE

31h 15m

1 stop

9:10 am - 8:35 am

MLE

ORD

33h 25m

1 stop

$982Etihad Airways

Thu, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 11

9:05 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

MLE

26h 10m

2 stops

9:05 pm - 4:55 pm

MLE

IAD

28h 50m

1 stop

$1,107Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 23

9:05 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

MLE

26h 10m

2 stops

9:40 am - 4:55 pm

MLE

IAD

40h 15m

1 stop

$1,109Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 24

5:12 pm - 2:55 pm

BWI

MLE

36h 43m

2 stops

9:05 am - 9:42 pm

MLE

BWI

45h 37m

2 stops

$1,703Emirates

Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 24

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Wed 3/18

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Wed 3/25

7:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop27h 00m

$738

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Wed 3/18

12:30 pm-11:55 pm

3 stops71h 25m

Male

Wed 3/25

7:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop27h 00m

$740

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Mon 3/23

7:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop27h 00m

$807

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

11:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Male

Thu 4/23

11:10 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 00m

$813

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

11:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Male

Wed 4/29

1:05 pm-9:10 am

1 stop32h 05m

$830

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

1:10 pm-5:05 am

1 stop28h 55m

Male

Wed 3/11

9:10 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 25m

$978

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

1:10 pm-7:25 am

1 stop31h 15m

Male

Wed 3/11

9:10 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 25m

$982

Washington, D.C.Malé

IAD - MLE

IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/16

9:05 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 10m

Male

Mon 3/23

9:05 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,107

Washington, D.C.Malé

IAD - MLE

IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/16

9:05 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 10m

Male

Tue 3/24

9:40 am-4:55 pm

1 stop40h 15m

$1,109

BaltimoreMalé

BWI - MLE

BWIMLE

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/16

5:12 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops36h 43m

Male

Tue 3/24

9:05 am-9:42 pm

2 stops45h 37m

$1,703

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Maldives flights insights and trends

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What airlines fly to Maldives?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Maldives from United States according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Maldives. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Maldives on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about the Maldives flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$414
Best Round-Trip Price	$738
Fastest flight time	32h 05m

The best one-way flight price to Maldives from United States in the last 72 hours is $414 (Los Angeles to Male).

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The best round-trip flight price to Maldives from United States in the last 72 hours is $738 (Los Angeles to Male).

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The fastest flight to Maldives from United States takes 32h 05m (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Male).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to the Maldives

What popular landmarks are in Maldives?

Maldives is full of notable places to explore, many with significant historical value to the region and the world. Some of the most popular landmarks in Maldives are Sea of Stars, Kuredu Beach, Thulhagiri Beach, and Fesdu House Reef, among many more.

What is the best airport to land at to visit Sea of Stars?

The closest airport to Sea of Stars is Ifuru Airport, which is located in Vaadhoo (Raa). If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Ifuru Airport will be your best bet.

What is the cheapest flight to Maldives?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Maldives are:
$85 per person with Maldivian
$111 per person with AirAsia
$115 per person with IndiGo

What airlines fly to Maldives?

Of the 11 airlines that fly to Maldives, Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways happen to be the most favored based on our user data. Qatar Airways is the most popular among the three airlines, with 42% of users choosing them for their travels to Maldives.

What is the most popular airport in Maldives to fly to?

The most popular airport in Maldives to fly to is Male, based on our data. In the past 12 months, 98% of all momondo users who traveled to Maldives chose to fly into Male airport, which is located in the city of Malé.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Maldives?

Prices for flights to Maldives are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Maldives?

As of February 2026, there are 39 operators available to choose from for flights to Maldives.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Maldives.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Maldives can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Maldives. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

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

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Maldives.

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

All flight searches to Maldives on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Maldives?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Maldives.

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

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Maldives and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.