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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé from C$ 174

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MLE
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Male are usually found in April or July, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Malé

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 401

One-way from

C$ 174

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 430
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 22/4-25/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Colombo to Malé
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 17/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Colombo to Malé
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High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Malé
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Malé. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Tue 22/44:30 p.m.CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mFitsAir
Fri 25/48:35 a.m.MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 18/1C$ 401
Thu 6/35:00 p.m.CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mGulf Air
Thu 13/37:30 a.m.MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 20/1C$ 405
Mon 10/34:20 a.m.CMB - MLE
1 stop10h 25mEtihad Airways
Wed 19/39:00 a.m.MLE - CMB
1 stop11h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/1C$ 457
Sat 16/810:30 a.m.CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Tue 26/87:30 a.m.MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Deal found 20/1C$ 486
Wed 22/18:15 p.m.CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 40mEmirates
Sun 26/14:25 p.m.MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mEmirates
Deal found 20/1C$ 494
Tue 22/44:30 a.m.CMB - MLE
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 25/48:35 a.m.MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 540

Find flights from Colombo to Malé within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

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ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/4

4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Fri 25/4

8:35 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 401

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/3

5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Thu 13/3

7:30 a.m.-9:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 405

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/3

4:20 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

1 stop10h 25m

Male

Wed 19/3

9:00 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop11h 05m

C$ 457

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/3

10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Thu 10/4

7:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 486

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/4

4:30 a.m.-2:10 p.m.

1 stop10h 10m

Male

Fri 25/4

8:35 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 540

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/2

8:15 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Male

Mon 17/2

4:25 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 565

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/3

3:40 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop10h 10m

Male

Thu 10/4

2:20 p.m.-3:15 a.m.

1 stop12h 25m

C$ 1,272

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/3

12:40 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop12h 15m

Male

Wed 26/3

1:25 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

C$ 2,054

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/3

12:45 a.m.-10:15 p.m.

1 stop22h 00m

Male

Sat 29/3

12:55 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop10h 05m

C$ 6,901

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/2

7:10 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 174

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Malé

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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Malé

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colombo to Malé. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé (average of C$ 1,537). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,338). 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 CMB to MLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo 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 20 January 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo 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 20 January 2025.

The most flights from CMB to MLE are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 51.0 - 244.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 244.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Malé when rainfall is around 51.0 mm.

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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 20 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Gulf Air, Emirates and Etihad Airways from Colombo to Malé. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Air Arabia
7.7
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Malé, you will be flying into Male. Male (MLE) is just 2.8 km from the centre of the city. Male is the only Malé airport and it handles 21 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Male from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé round-trip?

    Flying on FitsAir is currently your cheapest option to Malé, with prices starting at C$ 401. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Gulf Air and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 405 and C$ 457, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 174. Users have also found prices from C$ 185 and C$ 197 on China Southern and FitsAir, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

    Consider Air Mauritius (95%), Korean Air (79%) or Japan Airlines (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

    While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé is generally C$ 806, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 146. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Male), you can expect to pay C$ 274 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé (average of C$ 1,537). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,338). 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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