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Flights to Maldives

Find cheap flights to Maldives in 2025/2026 from R11,702 This is the cheapest return flight found to Maldives from South Africa on FlightsFinder on March 24th 2025 at 19:20. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.

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What are the cheapest return flights to Maldives in 2025/2026?

These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from South Africa to Maldives in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.

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According to our data, October is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Maldives.
A return flight could set you back more than R13,806.

Why fly to Maldives?

Nestled in the heart of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is a tropical paradise renowned for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, pristine white-sand beaches, and vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. This archipelago nation, consisting of 26 atolls and over 1,000 islands, offers a luxurious escape for travelers seeking relaxation and adventure in equal measure. With its overwater bungalows, world-class diving sites, and warm hospitality, the Maldives beckons visitors to unwind in its idyllic surroundings and immerse themselves in a truly unforgettable island experience.

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Flight Distance and Flying Time to Maldives

Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,682 miles (5,926 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 40 minutes)

Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
4,439 miles (7,144 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 10 hours 21 minutes)

Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,651 miles (5,875 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 36 minutes)

George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
4,247 miles (6,834 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 9 hours 56 minutes)

Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,693 miles (5,944 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 42 minutes)

Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
4,084 miles (6,572 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 9 hours 34 minutes)

Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,883 miles (6,249 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 9 hours 7 minutes)

East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,941 miles (6,343 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 9 hours 15 minutes)

Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,470 miles (5,584 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 12 minutes)

Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,956 miles (6,367 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 9 hours 17 minutes)

Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,501 miles (5,634 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 16 minutes)

Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,450 miles (5,552 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 9 minutes)

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,689 miles (5,936 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 41 minutes)

Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,541 miles (5,699 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 22 minutes)

Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,569 miles (5,744 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 8 hours 25 minutes)

Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
4,136 miles (6,656 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 9 hours 41 minutes)

Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Maldives (MLE)

Distance:
3,845 miles (6,188 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 9 hours 2 minutes)

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Short guide to the Maldives

The Maldives has become synonymous with the word paradise. Its picture-postcard sandy beaches and images of swaying palm trees have grabbed the imagination of thousands of travellers who seek the ultimate in a luxurious and peaceful escape.

Only a few of the islands in the archipelago that forms the Maldives are inhabited but 87 are beautiful resorts. It is these that provide the vision of a tropical paradise that adorns holiday brochures and provides the perfect haven for honeymooners.

The Maldives differ from other would-be paradise destinations in that it really is how it looks in the pictures. Luring honeymooners and well-to-do couples with images of clear blue waters, white sands and palm trees is big business, but the Maldives has successfully delivered on its promise. 

Tourists really do feel like they have been washed up on a desert island as the Maldives is a small country in the middle of the vast Indian Ocean. It has 1200 tiny coral islands and the highest point above sea level is about 2M. 

The area’s history was marred by a series of fights for control. This began with Muslims ruling, and later the Portuguese replaced the Arabs. The British took over until 1965 – the year the Maldives celebrated its independence as a sultanate. Sunni Muslims make up most people of the Maldives population.

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Cheapest flight routes found to Maldives

From Johannesburg

From Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa to Malé, Maldives (MLE): R11,702

Depart: 23 Apr 2025 · Return: 29 Apr 2025 Price found 24 Mar 2025, 19:20