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

• Earliest: departs at 09:10 and lands at 13:26
• Latest: departs at 23:30 and lands at 03:46.

The flight takes about 4h 16m.

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

A direct flight from Malé to Dubai takes 4h 16m, 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 Malé to Dubai range from AED 1,949 to AED 2,288, with an average of AED 2,148 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 1,949 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 3% below the route average of AED 2,148. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average AED 1,742 return via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), compared with AED 2,153 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge AED 21–AED 230 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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Malé to Dubai flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 17%, and Evening flights for 16%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about AED 1,208 to AED 8,163. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Malé to Dubai 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 Malé to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 782, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 14 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Autostrad Rent A Car
• AMEX
• Alamo
• Europcar
• Hertz

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

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon 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 Malé to Dubai route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 13m.

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

• Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 77% of one-stop connections
• New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Malé to Dubai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at AED 2,045 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at AED 2,185, a difference of AED 140.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between Malé and Dubai. 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 11h 53m, compared to 11h 56m via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) and 13h 41m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

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

Dubai Mall is one of the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Malé to Dubai flights:

• flydubai: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Emirates: 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.

Emirates offers an eco-friendly journey from Male to Dubai. These airlines focus on ground and operational sustainable practices, including waste initiatives, the use of solar power, and water efficiency to make the environment greener. You can also book Gulf Air, which has partnered with Nestle to use sustainable aviation fuel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80%.

Though some flights offer a nonstop journey on the Male to Dubai route, others, like Oman Air, IndiGo, and Gulf Air, have one or more stops. These airlines stop in various cities, and the layover duration depends on the flight route. While some airlines have extended layovers, consider checking the duration to choose a convenient journey. Popular layovers are in major cities, including Bengaluru, Muscat, Mumbai, Doha, Kochi, and Bahrain.

If you need a smooth journey on long-haul flights from Make to Dubai, consider upgrading to business class. Here, you expect amenities such as priority check-in, additional luggage allowance, access to the VIP lounge, priority boarding, extra legroom, complimentary drinks and meals, amenity kits, a working space, and a lie-flat seat. However, onboard amenities could depend on your airline.

After arriving at DXB airport, there are several cities near the airport you can visit, including Ajman to the northeast, Jebel Ali to the southwest, Fujairah to the east, Al Ain to the south, Ras Al-Khaimah to the northeast, and Abu Dhabi to the southwest. If you need to explore from the airport to your destination, driving a rental car gives you the freedom to drive at your own pace.