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Cheap flights from Chennai to Malé from ₹ 9,840

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — MLE
7 Apr — 14 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Male are usually found in October or November, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Malé

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) 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 2 April 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 24,899

One-way from

₹ 9,840

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 24,813
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 30/4-7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 30m total
  • Chennai to Malé
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 16/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 25m total
  • Chennai to Malé
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (₹ 10,946 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (₹ 9,503 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Malé
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Malé. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2025.

Fri 4/421:45MAA - MLE
1 stop16h 10mAir India
Sun 6/412:50MLE - MAA
1 stop19h 35mAir India
Deal found 1/4₹ 23,957
Thu 1/509:55MAA - MLE
1 stop5h 00mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 4/509:25MLE - MAA
1 stop10h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 2/4₹ 24,899
Tue 22/423:45MAA - MLE
1 stop15h 25mIndiGo
Mon 28/415:50MLE - MAA
1 stop16h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 1/4₹ 25,155
Mon 7/420:10MAA - MLE
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/412:50MLE - MAA
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4₹ 25,326
Mon 22/1223:25MAA - MLE
1 stop23h 20mSingapore Airlines
Fri 2/123:40MLE - MAA
1 stop32h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/4₹ 82,396

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 2 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Malé that are best for you.

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Chennai

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Malé

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Tue 22/4

09:55-14:25

1 stop5h 00m

Male

Mon 28/4

15:35-08:50

1 stop16h 45m

₹ 24,642

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Tue 22/4

23:45-14:40

1 stop15h 25m

Male

Mon 28/4

15:50-08:20

1 stop16h 00m

₹ 25,155

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Fri 16/5

15:55-19:50

1 stop4h 25m

Male

Fri 23/5

15:50-23:45

2 stops7h 25m

₹ 32,770

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Fri 11/7

23:15-22:10

1 stop23h 25m

Male

Thu 17/7

13:15-22:00

1 stop32h 15m

₹ 82,311

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Tue 15/7

04:00-15:30

1 stop12h 00m

Male

Tue 15/7

23:30-20:30

1 stop20h 30m

₹ 137,926

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Thu 17/4

19:50-11:45

2 stops16h 25m

Male

Sun 20/4

12:50-00:55

2 stops11h 35m

₹ 166,589

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Fri 16/5

23:45-14:40

1 stop15h 25m

₹ 9,840

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Thu 15/5

06:25-14:25

2 stops8h 30m

₹ 12,492

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Mon 14/4

09:55-14:25

1 stop5h 00m

₹ 13,947

ChennaiMalé

MAA - MLE

MAAMLE

Chennai

Mon 14/4

09:50-21:35

2 stops36h 15m

₹ 72,385

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Malé

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Malé

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Malé. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chennai to Malé, you should look to book at least 26 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 Chennai to Malé?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Malé (average of ₹ 227). Flying from Chennai to Malé in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 285). 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 MAA to MLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai 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 2 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chennai to Malé at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 2 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chennai to Malé, such as Emirates, IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
470 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,889 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    SriLankan Airlines, at ₹ 24,899, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chennai to Malé.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include IndiGo and Air India.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is IndiGo, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 9,840. However, be on the lookout for offers from SriLankan Airlines and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Chennai to Malé for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Chennai to Malé?

    Most of the time, Chennai to Malé flights that have stopovers will stop in Colombo. Mumbai sees the next most stopovers on Chennai to Malé flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Colombo?

    Most Colombo visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Colombo World Trade Center, National Museum of Colombo, and Gangaramaya Temple. Colombo World Trade Center, National Museum of Colombo, and Gangaramaya Temple are located about 27.9 km, 30.1 km, and 29.5 km, respectively from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Colombo can rent one for about ₹ 4,896 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Mumbai?

    Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Gateway of India, and Haji Ali Dargah are the most popular attractions in Mumbai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Mumbai interested in visiting Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Gateway of India, or Haji Ali Dargah can do so by travelling 16.9 km, 18.9 km, and 13.3 km, respectively from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Mumbai can rent a car from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl for about ₹ 6,022 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Chennai to Malé flights?

    Flights departing from Chennai and landing in Malé stopover in Bengaluru least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai 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 Chennai to Malé?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Malé (average of ₹ 227). Flying from Chennai to Malé in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 285). 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
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 18,541Average₹ 23,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 18,890Average₹ 26,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 20,864Average₹ 22,822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FitsAirCheapest₹ 21,028Average₹ 21,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 96,090Average₹ 107,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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