Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Malé?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 56% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Malé?

Emirates, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Malé from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Malé. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Malé on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Malé?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 25m.

How long does it take to fly to Malé?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Malé vary, but if you’re flying out of Washington, D.C. and flying into Malé (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 15m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Malé is flying from Baltimore to Malé, which will take roughly 27h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Malé?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 34m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Male?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Male

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Malé?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,512.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Male Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Male Airport 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 Male Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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3:35 pm - 5:00 pm

IAD

MLE

40h 25m2 stops

11:00 am - 9:45 am

MLE

IAD

31h 45m2 stops

$1,028Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 9

8:05 pm - 8:25 am

IAD

MLE

26h 20m1 stop

3:35 pm - 8:20 am

MLE

IAD

26h 45m2 stops

$1,050Qatar Airways

Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 27

8:05 pm - 8:25 am

IAD

MLE

26h 20m1 stop

9:25 am - 3:55 pm

MLE

IAD

40h 30m2 stops

$1,064Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

9:05 pm - 8:15 am

IAD

MLE

26h 10m2 stops

8:45 pm - 4:55 pm

MLE

IAD

29h 10m1 stop

$1,065Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 24

10:15 pm - 12:35 pm

IAD

MLE

29h 20m1 stop

9:55 pm - 8:20 pm

MLE

IAD

31h 25m1 stop

$1,070Turkish Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 24

2:35 pm - 5:05 am

IAD

MLE

28h 30m1 stop

7:15 pm - 9:05 am

MLE

IAD

23h 50m1 stop

$1,073Etihad Airways

Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21

2:35 pm - 5:05 am

IAD

MLE

28h 30m1 stop

7:15 pm - 9:05 am

MLE

IAD

23h 50m1 stop

$1,074Etihad Airways

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

1:30 pm - 12:35 pm

IAD

MLE

37h 05m1 stop

9:55 pm - 11:45 am

MLE

IAD

23h 50m1 stop

$1,088Turkish Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 6

5:45 pm - 6:35 am

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MLE

50h 50m2 stops

7:00 pm - 10:03 pm

MLE

DCA

37h 03m2 stops

$1,225Gulf Air

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24

4:35 pm - 7:50 am

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MLE

29h 15m2 stops

9:05 pm - 4:50 pm

MLE

DCA

28h 45m2 stops

$1,351American Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

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Etihad Airways

Jan 14

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

MLE5:05 amMale

Jan 21

MLE7:15 pmMale

23h 50m

1 stop

IAD9:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,073

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Feb 17

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

MLE5:05 amMale

Feb 24

MLE7:15 pmMale

23h 50m

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IAD9:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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May 1

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 35m

1 stop

MLE5:10 amMale

May 12

MLE9:25 amMale

33h 20m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Jan 13

IAD8:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 20m

1 stop

MLE8:25 amMale

Jan 27

MLE3:35 pmMale

26h 45m

2 stops

IAD8:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Jan 25

IAD8:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 10m

2 stops

MLE8:15 amMale

Feb 1

MLE9:05 pmMale

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1 stop

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Mar 16

IAD9:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 10m

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Wed 4/1

3:35 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops40h 25m

Male

Thu 4/9

11:00 am-9:45 am

2 stops31h 45m

$1,028

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IAD - MLE

IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

8:05 pm-8:25 am

1 stop26h 20m

Male

Tue 1/27

3:35 pm-8:20 am

2 stops26h 45m

$1,050

Washington, D.C.Malé

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/25

8:05 pm-8:25 am

1 stop26h 20m

Male

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9:25 am-3:55 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$1,064

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/16

9:05 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 10m

Male

Tue 3/24

8:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$1,065

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IAD - MLE

IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/16

10:15 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop29h 20m

Male

Tue 3/24

9:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$1,070

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IAD - MLE

IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/14

2:35 pm-5:05 am

1 stop28h 30m

Male

Wed 1/21

7:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop23h 50m

$1,073

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IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/17

2:35 pm-5:05 am

1 stop28h 30m

Male

Tue 2/24

7:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop23h 50m

$1,074

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IAD - MLE

IADMLE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/1

1:30 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop37h 05m

Male

Fri 3/6

9:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop23h 50m

$1,088

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DCA - MLE

DCAMLE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/17

5:45 pm-6:35 am

2 stops50h 50m

Male

Sat 1/24

7:00 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops37h 03m

$1,225

Washington, D.C.Malé

DCA - MLE

DCAMLE

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/2

4:35 pm-7:50 am

2 stops29h 15m

Male

Mon 3/9

9:05 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,351

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Malé?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Malé from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $1,177. If you aren’t able to travel to Malé during the month of March, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,282.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Malé?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Malé from Washington, D.C.. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,264. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $1,434. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Malé.

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Flying to Malé from Washington, D.C. at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $923 when looking at flights departing at noon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,402 on average. Flights to Malé from Washington, D.C. in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Malé flights?

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Male by plane?
The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Male is 8910.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 20h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Washington, D.C. to Male Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Male Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Male Airport 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 Male Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Malé?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Malé is Emirates, representing 41% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Etihad Airways at 21%, Qatar Airways at 17%, and Turkish Airlines at 17%.

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Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 56% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,512.

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Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 25m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Malé?

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