Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Male (MLE)

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Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Male (MLE)

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Melbourne to Male Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Male (MLE)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Melbourne to Male flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MEL to MLE routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Tullamarine
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Traveling To
Velana Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
MLE
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
NZ$1,766

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Malé International Airport?
The trip from Tullamarine Airport to Malé International Airport generally lasts 15 hours and 53 minutes. To be blunt, it’s a lengthy stint. Bring a novel or load up your phone with movies to ward off that boredom.
What airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)?
If you’re on your way from Melbourne to Hulhulé, prepare for a stopover. Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines and Emirates will all fly you to your destination with just one change of planes. An opportunity to stretch your legs and go to the toilet in a cubicle which you can actually turn around in. Having a break between flights has its bonuses.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Male ,
Maldives
IATA code:
MLE
Longitude:
73.529108
Latitude:
4.19183
Time zone:
Indian/Maldives
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Melbourne to Male Flight Deals from NZ$1,766

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For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Male from Melbourne from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Male in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Male from Melbourne 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$1,766 and rising to NZ$1,856 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Melbourne to Male today!  

Find cheap airfares to Male from Melbourne 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Melbourne and Male
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in July)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Melbourne to Male

Marukab Plaza
Marukab Plaza
3.5 out of 5
Ameer Ahmed Magu, Malé, Kaafu
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Malé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (154 reviews)
"Hotel in great location. A lot of restaurants around. Only concern about transfer. Waiting too long for it from airport."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Marukab Plaza
Hulhule Island Hotel
Hulhule Island Hotel
4 out of 5
Male International Airport, Hulhulé
The price is NZ$1,180 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
NZ$1,180
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hulhulé. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Victory Wreck Dive Site and Hulhumale ...
7.4/10 Good! (124 reviews)
"The bathroom in the room I stayed smelled strongly of urine, and the shower/bath was littered with hairs. The bath linen too, was old and quite small."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2024

Hulhule Island Hotel
Summer Beach Maldives
Summer Beach Maldives
4.5 out of 5
Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Malé, North Male Atoll
The price is NZ$463 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
NZ$463
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury guesthouse in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a conference center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews)
"Great place for quick in and out of MLE. For those with allergies lobby is to be avoided. It is extremely perfumed making it difficult to breathe. Staff is great, rooms are good, location convenient and transportation very good!"

Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025

Summer Beach Maldives
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.