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 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Miami to Male takes 23h 15m 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

Oct 27

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Nov 9

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$733

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China Eastern

Oct 27

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Nov 9

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$735

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China Eastern

Oct 27

LAX

71h 25m

2 stops

MLE

Nov 9

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$749

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China Eastern

Dec 1

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Dec 14

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$784

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China Eastern

Mar 12

LAX

47h 25m

2 stops

MLE

Mar 16

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$785

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China Eastern

Oct 27

LAX

71h 25m

3 stops

MLE

Nov 9

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$786

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China Eastern

Oct 27

LAX

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE

Nov 8

MLE

45h 10m

2 stops

LAX

$796

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China Eastern

Oct 27

LAX

71h 25m

2 stops

MLE

Nov 9

MLE

27h 00m

1 stop

LAX

$804

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China Eastern

Mar 12

LAX

47h 25m

3 stops

MLE

Mar 16

MLE

27h 00m

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LAX

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China Eastern

Mar 11

LAX

71h 25m

3 stops

MLE

Mar 16

MLE

27h 00m

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LAX

$817

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China Eastern

Mar 10

LAX

47h 25m

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MLE

Mar 18

MLE

27h 00m

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LAX

$820

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China Eastern

Mar 9

LAX

41h 20m

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MLE

Mar 18

MLE

27h 00m

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LAX

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Flights to Addu City

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Multiple Airlines

Oct 18

SFO

33h 45m

2 stops

GAN

Oct 25

GAN

59h 15m

2 stops

SFO

$1,609

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Multiple Airlines

Dec 19

JFK

41h 20m

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GAN

Dec 23

GAN

27h 20m

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JFK

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Dec 19

JFK

29h 20m

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GAN

Dec 23

GAN

33h 15m

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JFK

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Oct 18

SFO

44h 00m

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GAN

Oct 25

GAN

35h 25m

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SFO

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Dec 18

JFK

27h 20m

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GAN

Dec 23

GAN

27h 35m

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12:30 pm - 5:50 pmLAX-MLE

41h 20m1 stop

7:05 pm - 9:05 amMLE-LAX

27h 00m1 stop

$733China Eastern

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9

12:30 pm - 5:50 pmLAX-MLE

41h 20m1 stop

7:05 pm - 9:05 amMLE-LAX

27h 00m1 stop

$735China Eastern

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 9

1:10 pm - 5:05 amORD-MLE

28h 55m1 stop

9:35 am - 7:35 amMLE-ORD

33h 00m1 stop

$898Etihad Airways

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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 11

1:55 pm - 5:10 amORD-MLE

29h 15m1 stop

7:15 pm - 7:35 amMLE-ORD

23h 20m1 stop

$929Etihad Airways

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Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 3

12:50 pm - 12:35 pmJFK-MLE

37h 45m1 stop

9:55 pm - 10:25 pmMLE-JFK

34h 30m1 stop

$941Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 10

11:50 am - 12:35 pmORD-MLE

37h 45m1 stop

9:55 pm - 10:05 amMLE-ORD

23h 10m1 stop

$942Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 2

10:20 am - 7:50 amJFK-MLE

35h 30m1 stop

7:25 pm - 3:00 pmMLE-JFK

29h 35m1 stop

$1,023Qatar Airways

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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17

10:20 am - 2:50 pmJFK-MLE

18h 30m1 stop

9:40 am - 9:00 amMLE-JFK

32h 20m1 stop

$1,043Qatar Airways

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Sun, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 9

8:35 pm - 11:30 amORD-MLE

28h 55m2 stops

4:25 pm - 2:55 pmMLE-ORD

33h 30m2 stops

$1,211Emirates

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Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 3

7:45 pm - 9:25 amORD-MLE

26h 40m1 stop

4:25 pm - 2:55 pmMLE-ORD

33h 30m2 stops

$1,256Emirates

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Sun, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 22

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Return

Price

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Sun 11/9

7:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 00m

$733

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Male

Sun 11/9

7:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 00m

$735

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

1:10 pm-5:05 am

1 stop28h 55m

Male

Tue 11/11

9:35 am-7:35 am

1 stop33h 00m

$898

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

1:55 pm-5:10 am

1 stop29h 15m

Male

Mon 11/3

7:15 pm-7:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

$929

New YorkMalé

JFK - MLE

JFKMLE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/3

12:50 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Male

Mon 11/10

9:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$941

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

11:50 am-12:35 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Male

Tue 12/2

9:55 pm-10:05 am

1 stop23h 10m

$942

New YorkMalé

JFK - MLE

JFKMLE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/10

10:20 am-7:50 am

1 stop35h 30m

Male

Mon 11/17

7:25 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$1,023

New YorkMalé

JFK - MLE

JFKMLE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/1

10:20 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Male

Mon 3/9

9:40 am-9:00 am

1 stop32h 20m

$1,043

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

8:35 pm-11:30 am

2 stops28h 55m

Male

Mon 11/3

4:25 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$1,211

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/16

7:45 pm-9:25 am

1 stop26h 40m

Male

Sat 11/22

4:25 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$1,256

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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.

Cheapest flights to cities in Maldives

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Summary info about the Maldives flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$436
Best Round-Trip Price	$733
Fastest flight time	27h 30m

The best one-way flight price to Maldives from United States in the last 72 hours is $436 (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 $733 (Los Angeles to Male).

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The fastest flight to Maldives from United States takes 27h 30m (New York John F Kennedy 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 Dhonveli Beach, 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:
$6 per person with Emirates
$15 per person with Batik Air
$77 per person with Thai Lion Air

What airlines fly to Maldives?

Of the 11 airlines that fly to Maldives, Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines happen to be the most favored based on our user data. Qatar Airways is the most popular among the three airlines, with 45% 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.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Maldives?

Consider booking a flight to Maldives on a Wednesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Tuesday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to Maldives on Saturday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

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 October 2025, there are 41 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.