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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé from £113

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MLE
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
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 Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£218

One-way from

£113

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£243
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 5/4-10/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Colombo to Malé
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 18/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Colombo to Malé
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 0% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 17 January 2025.

Sat 5/418:50CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/417:00MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1£218
Sun 26/1006:35CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mFitsAir
Wed 29/1008:35MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 17/1£228
Wed 12/219:10CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 20mChina Eastern
Mon 17/221:10MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1£235
Tue 28/117:00CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mGulf Air
Tue 4/207:30MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 16/1£260
Mon 20/104:20CMB - MLE
1 stop10h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 28/109:00MLE - CMB
1 stop11h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/1£261
Thu 25/1210:30CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 30mflydubai
Sat 27/1207:25MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 35mflydubai
Deal found 16/1£277
Wed 22/120:15CMB - MLE
Nonstop1h 40mEmirates
Sun 26/116:25MLE - CMB
Nonstop1h 30mEmirates
Deal found 16/1£281
Wed 12/222:45CMB - MLE
1 stop16h 25mIndiGo
Mon 17/215:50MLE - CMB
1 stop5h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 16/1£362

Find flights from Colombo to Malé within your budget

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ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/4

18:50-19:55

Nonstop1h 35m

Male

Thu 10/4

17:00-19:00

Nonstop1h 30m

£218

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/2

06:35-07:35

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Thu 13/2

16:20-18:25

Nonstop1h 35m

£229

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/2

19:10-20:00

Nonstop1h 20m

Male

Mon 17/2

21:10-23:25

Nonstop1h 45m

£235

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 28/1

17:00-18:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Tue 4/2

07:30-09:35

Nonstop1h 35m

£260

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/3

16:15-14:15

1 stop22h 30m

Male

Thu 10/4

09:00-08:25

1 stop22h 55m

£265

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/1

10:30-11:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

Sun 2/2

07:25-09:30

Nonstop1h 35m

£277

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/2

22:45-14:40

1 stop16h 25m

Male

Mon 17/2

15:50-21:45

1 stop5h 25m

£362

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/1

22:05-07:35

1 stop10h 00m

Male

Sat 1/2

07:25-09:30

Nonstop1h 35m

£413

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/3

03:55-13:20

1 stop9h 55m

Male

Fri 14/3

14:20-13:55

1 stop23h 05m

£593

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/3

14:25-15:25

Nonstop1h 30m

£113

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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 return flight from Colombo to Malé. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé (average of £799). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,187). 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 17 January 2025.

When flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to Malé. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from CMB to MLE are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 inches 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 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colombo to Malé, such as Etihad Airways, Emirates and flydubai. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7.7
Good
46 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7.3
Good
277 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7.2
Good
218 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 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 1.8 mi from the center of the city. Male is the only Malé airport and it handles 18 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 7 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?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé round-trip from £229. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Eastern, from £235, and Gulf Air, from £260.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé are FitsAir (£113), Etihad Airways (£133), and China Eastern (£145).

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

    Before booking your flight to Malé from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Mauritius (95%), Korean Air (79%), Japan Airlines( 77%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £212 for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé. The cheapest flight overall is £86 while the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Male) is currently priced at £304.

  • 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 holiday 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé (average of £799). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Malé in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,187). 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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