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$297+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Malé (MLE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — MLE
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Male are usually found in April or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Malé

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Malé (MLE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$544
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$297
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$707

Good round-trip deal

$964 or less
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Malé
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Malé. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/178:15 pmIST - MLE
1 stop14h 45mIndiGo
Sun 3/232:05 pmMLE - IST
1 stop23h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 2/20$544
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:45 pmIST - MLE
1 stop16h 35mAir Arabia
Sun 11/162:20 pmMLE - IST
1 stop25h 20mAir Arabia
Deal found 2/19$558
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/248:15 pmIST - MLE
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/42:20 pmMLE - IST
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$616
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/104:25 pmIST - MLE
1 stop19h 35mSAUDIA
Mon 7/143:25 pmMLE - IST
2 stops24h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 2/19$656
This flydubai deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 flydubai is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/302:10 amIST - MLE
1 stop11h 15mflydubai
Thu 5/89:45 amMLE - IST
1 stop41h 25mflydubai
Deal found 2/20$710
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/92:25 pmIST - MLE
1 stop21h 50mEtihad Airways
Mon 3/179:00 amMLE - IST
1 stop23h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/20$741
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/25:45 amIST - MLE
1 stop22h 45mGulf Air
Mon 4/217:25 pmMLE - IST
1 stop11h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 2/20$821
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/252:10 amIST - MLE
Nonstop8h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/3110:15 pmMLE - IST
Nonstop8h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$833
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/308:05 pmIST - MLE
1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 4/31:45 amMLE - IST
1 stop18h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$863
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/177:00 pmIST - MLE
2 stops17h 50mOman Air
Sun 3/239:40 amMLE - IST
2 stops34h 15mOman Air
Deal found 2/20$868
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:35 pmIST - MLE
2 stops24h 50mEmirates
Thu 3/277:25 amMLE - IST
2 stops40h 30mEmirates
Deal found 2/20$907

Find flights from Istanbul to Malé within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Malé 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Malé

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Mon 3/17

8:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Male

Sun 3/23

2:05 pm-11:35 am

1 stop23h 30m

$544

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Mon 3/17

8:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Male

Sun 3/23

12:50 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$630

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Thu 7/10

4:25 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Male

Mon 7/14

3:25 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$656

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Wed 4/30

2:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Male

Thu 5/8

9:45 am-1:10 am

1 stop41h 25m

$710

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Sun 3/9

2:25 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Male

Mon 3/17

9:00 am-6:30 am

1 stop23h 30m

$741

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Wed 6/4

6:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Male

Mon 6/9

2:20 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$805

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

5:45 am-6:30 am

1 stop22h 45m

Male

Mon 4/21

7:25 pm-4:55 am

1 stop11h 30m

$821

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Sun 5/25

2:10 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop8h 05m

Male

Sat 5/31

10:15 pm-4:40 am

Nonstop8h 25m

$833

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Sun 3/30

8:05 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Male

Thu 4/3

1:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$863

IstanbulMalé

IST - MLE

ISTMLE

Istanbul

Mon 3/17

7:00 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops17h 50m

Male

Sun 3/23

9:40 am-5:55 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$868

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Malé

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Malé in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Malé flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Malé flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Malé flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Malé flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Malé flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Malé

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Malé

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Malé including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Malé. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé (average of $1,243). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,985). 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 IST to MLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Malé. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul Airport to Malé is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Malé

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Malé. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from IST to MLE are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Malé by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malé 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 Malé when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Malé by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malé, 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 Malé

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malé. 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 Malé. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Air Arabia
7.7
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
646 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Malé. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Malé from Istanbul?

    Male (MLE), located 1.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Malé. 8 airlines have flights to Male from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Male should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Istanbul per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul Airport to Malé is IndiGo. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $544 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SAUDIA and flydubai, starting at $656 and $710 round-trip. IndiGo is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Malé one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé are IndiGo ($297), flydubai ($398), and SAUDIA ($421).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,034 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé. The cheapest flight overall is $934 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Male) is currently priced at $748.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Malé that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Malé flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Malé?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Malé.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Malé?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Malé by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Malé (average of $1,243). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Malé in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,985). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Istanbul to Malé

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Malé. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$222Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$446Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air ArabiaCheapest$507Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Gulf AirCheapest$579Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$661Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
flydubaiCheapest$752Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$783Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$902Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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