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 San Francisco to Malé takes 22h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Malé takes 24h 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 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 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Maldives. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Maldives on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Maldives?

China Eastern, Air India, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Maldives

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

Prices for flights from United States to Maldives refresh daily.

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

As of July 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Maldives.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 from United States 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.

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12:30 pm - 7:35 pm

LAX

MLE

43h 05m

2 stops

7:40 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

26h 25m

1 stop

$778China Eastern

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11

12:30 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

MLE

41h 20m

1 stop

7:40 pm - 10:05 am

MLE

LAX

26h 25m

1 stop

$824China Eastern

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2

12:30 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

MLE

41h 20m

1 stop

8:35 pm - 10:05 am

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LAX

25h 30m

2 stops

$826China Eastern

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2

8:25 pm - 5:15 am

ORD

MLE

22h 50m

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9:25 pm - 8:35 am

MLE

ORD

21h 10m

1 stop

$1,061Etihad Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 11

8:15 pm - 10:15 pm

JFK

MLE

40h 00m

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12:55 pm - 11:15 am

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JFK

32h 20m

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$1,067Singapore Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2

9:10 pm - 1:45 pm

ORD

MLE

30h 35m

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9:40 am - 8:35 am

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ORD

32h 55m

1 stop

$1,123Etihad Airways

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26

6:50 pm - 7:50 am

ORD

MLE

26h 00m

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9:05 pm - 2:30 pm

MLE

ORD

28h 25m

1 stop

$1,137Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

8:35 pm - 3:30 pm

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MLE

32h 55m

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11:15 am - 3:45 pm

MLE

ORD

38h 30m

1 stop

$1,152Emirates

Sun, Oct 4 - Thu, Oct 15

8:35 pm - 9:30 am

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MLE

26h 55m

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11:00 pm - 3:45 pm

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ORD

26h 45m

1 stop

$1,153Emirates

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

7:20 pm - 8:25 am

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MLE

27h 05m

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9:05 pm - 3:05 pm

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ORD

28h 00m

1 stop

$1,156Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

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Sep 4

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

43h 05m

2 stops

MLE7:35 pmMale

Sep 11

MLE7:40 pmMale

26h 25m

1 stop

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$778

China Eastern

Aug 20

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE5:50 pmMale

Sep 2

MLE7:40 pmMale

26h 25m

1 stop

LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$824

China Eastern

Aug 20

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

41h 20m

1 stop

MLE5:50 pmMale

Sep 2

MLE8:35 pmMale

25h 30m

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LAX10:05 amLos Angeles

$826

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Nov 2

LAX10:05 pmLos Angeles

35h 10m

1 stop

MLE10:15 pmMale

Nov 9

MLE11:30 pmMale

33h 25m

1 stop

LAX7:55 pmLos Angeles

$1,038

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Nov 2

LAX12:25 pmLos Angeles

44h 50m

2 stops

MLE10:15 pmMale

Nov 9

MLE11:30 pmMale

33h 25m

1 stop

LAX7:55 pmLos Angeles

$1,049

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Nov 24

JFK8:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

40h 00m

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MLE10:15 pmMale

Dec 2

MLE12:55 pmMale

32h 20m

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$1,067

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2 stops43h 05m

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1 stop26h 25m

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1 stop41h 20m

Male

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1 stop26h 25m

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Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

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ORD - MLE

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Thu 8/27

8:25 pm-5:15 am

1 stop22h 50m

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Fri 9/11

9:25 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 10m

$1,061

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JFK - MLE

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Tue 11/24

8:15 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Male

Wed 12/2

12:55 pm-11:15 am

2 stops32h 20m

$1,067

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ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

9:10 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Male

Sat 9/26

9:40 am-8:35 am

1 stop32h 55m

$1,123

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ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/10

6:50 pm-7:50 am

1 stop26h 00m

Male

Tue 11/17

9:05 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$1,137

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ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/4

8:35 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop32h 55m

Male

Thu 10/15

11:15 am-3:45 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$1,152

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/2

8:35 pm-9:30 am

1 stop26h 55m

Male

Wed 9/9

11:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,153

ChicagoMalé

ORD - MLE

ORDMLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

7:20 pm-8:25 am

1 stop27h 05m

Male

Wed 9/16

9:05 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$1,156

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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 United States during July instead. Flights to Maldives in July, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $528.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Maldives?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Maldives from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Maldives for around $1,409 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Maldives from United States for as low as $1,128 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Maldives?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Maldives?
As of July 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Maldives.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 from United States 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.

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China Eastern	PriceFrom $743	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 226 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,476 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $848	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,563 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $902	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $921	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,437 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
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