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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dubai to Malé:

• Earliest: departs at 01:25 and lands at 05:39
• Latest: departs at 10:20 and lands at 14:34.

The flight takes about 4h 14m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Dubai to Malé.

A direct flight from Dubai to Malé takes 4h 14m, covering 4,890 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Dubai to Malé range from AED 2,198 to AED 3,315, with an average of AED 2,962 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 2,198 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the AED 2,962 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average AED 1,904 return via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), compared with AED 3,077 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge AED 13–AED 367 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by flydubai and Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Dubai to Malé flights, with 57% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 43%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Dubai to Malé flights:

• flydubai
• Emirates

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Dubai to Malé are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 1,184, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

Flights from Dubai to Malé usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Male (MLE).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dubai to Malé route, 28% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 07m.

One-stop flights from Dubai to Malé most commonly connect through:

• Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 89% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 7% of one-stop connections
• Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) – 3% of one-stop connections
• Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 0% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Dubai to Malé. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at AED 2,732 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at AED 3,004, a difference of AED 272.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Dubai and Malé. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Emirates
• flydubai

Flying via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 44m, compared to 11h 52m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and 12h 29m via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH).

Malé is 1 hour ahead of Dubai (Maldives Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Dubai to Malé flights:

• flydubai: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• flydubai: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

When you touchdown at ACC Airport you can convert your UAE Dirhams to Maldivian Rufiyaa with ease. You will find a Bank of Maldives Exchange Counter in the Arrivals Hall after you've collected your baggage. There are also several ATMs outside the Departure Terminal where you can withdraw local currency.

You can keep your children entertained at DXB Airport by using the kids’ entertainment service before take-off. For instance, on Concourse B there is the Zen Garden. This provides a selection of fun activities like climbing areas, play equipment and interactive games. You can also use the baby changing rooms if you want some privacy to nurse your new born.