Maldives

$466+ Cheap flights from California to the Maldives

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LAX — MLE
abr. 22 — abr. 291
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Cheap flight deals from California to Maldives

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Maldives flight deals. Data was last updated abril 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$866
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$618
(Qatar Airways)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,287
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Male flight deals.
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From California to Maldives
One-way flight from California to Maldives
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($214 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from California to Maldives
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Maldives. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/1212:00 pmSFO - MLE
1 stop41h 50mChina Eastern
dom. 5/188:35 pmMLE - SFO
1 stop24h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/17$866
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/29:30 pmLAX - MLE
1 stop33h 00mSichuan Airlines
sáb. 11/158:45 pmMLE - LAX
1 stop35h 45mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/16$906
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/2812:55 pmLAX - MLE
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/411:25 pmMLE - LAX
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$924
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/611:55 pmSFO - MLE
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/1110:45 amMLE - SFO
2 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$943
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/111:40 pmLAX - MLE
1 stop34h 30mSingapore Airlines
lun. 9/811:25 pmMLE - LAX
1 stop34h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/16$998
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vie. 4/2512:30 pmLAX - MLE
1 stop41h 20mChina Eastern
dom. 5/118:35 pmMLE - LAX
1 stop25h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/17$1,022
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sáb. 4/269:00 pmLAX - MLE
2 stops29h 00mSAUDIA
vie. 5/23:25 pmMLE - LAX
2 stops36h 40mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/17$1,060
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/16:45 pmSFO - MLE
2 stops30h 25mIndiGo
dom. 9/142:15 pmMLE - SFO
2 stops38h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 4/16$1,122
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lun. 10/66:45 pmSFO - MLE
1 stop29h 30mTurkish Airlines
vie. 10/1010:15 pmMLE - SFO
1 stop30h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,128
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mar. 9/23:55 pmSFO - MLE
1 stop34h 30mQatar Airways
mar. 9/97:45 pmMLE - SFO
1 stop29h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,129
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jue. 10/211:30 amSFO - MLE
1 stop46h 40mSingapore Airlines
dom. 10/121:15 pmMLE - SFO
1 stop32h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,134
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dom. 11/23:10 pmLAX - MLE
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
dom. 11/167:10 pmMLE - LAX
1 stop30h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,168

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Maldives that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to the Maldives that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Maldives

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

lun. 5/12

12:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop41h 50m

Male

dom. 5/18

8:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop24h 30m

$866

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

dom. 10/5

11:55 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Male

mar. 10/14

11:25 pm-9:45 am

2 stops46h 20m

$993

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

lun. 9/1

11:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Male

lun. 9/8

11:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$998

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

vie. 5/2

11:10 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Male

lun. 5/12

9:10 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,091

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

dom. 5/4

3:55 pm-8:25 am

1 stop28h 30m

Male

dom. 5/11

10:05 am-1:35 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$1,129

San FranciscoMalé

SFO - MLE

SFOMLE

San Francisco

lun. 5/12

12:40 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop35h 35m

Male

lun. 5/19

10:15 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$1,142

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

vie. 9/19

4:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Male

vie. 10/3

10:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop39h 55m

$1,180

Los AngelesMalé

LAX - MLE

LAXMLE

Los Angeles

jue. 9/11

6:00 am-5:10 am

2 stops35h 10m

Male

dom. 9/21

7:35 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$1,213

BurbankMalé

BUR - MLE

BURMLE

Burbank Bob Hope

dom. 10/5

7:00 am-8:25 am

2 stops37h 25m

Male

mar. 10/14

7:45 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,279

San JoseMalé

SJC - MLE

SJCMLE

San Jose

jue. 5/8

12:55 pm-7:50 am

2 stops30h 55m

Male

mar. 5/13

10:05 am-8:04 pm

2 stops45h 59m

$1,282

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Maldives?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Maldives (average of $1,243). Flying from California to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,990). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to MV?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Maldives. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Maldives as you normally would.

Rainfall in Maldives by month

Plan your trip to Maldives by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Maldives ranges from 2.0 - 9.6 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.6 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Maldives when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Maldives by month

Plan your trip to Maldives by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Maldives, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Maldives

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Maldives. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Maldives. Reviews last updated abril 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and SWISS from California to Maldives by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Maldives one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Maldives are Qatar Airways ($618), SWISS ($1,018), and Emirates ($1,033).

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Maldives?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Maldives (average of $1,243). Flying from California to Maldives in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,990). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$751Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,045Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EmiratesCheapest$1,124Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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