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Cheapest round-trip
$305
Typical prices: $292-$358
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 11/4Thu 11/8
MAA - MLE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$142
Typical prices: $126-$201
IndiGo
Fri 9/14
MAA - MLE • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Malé. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 3% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Kochi (COK)
Cheapest • Avg $285 (round-trip)
Thiruvananthapuram (TRV)
Shortest trip • 5h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Malé (MAA-MLE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chennai to Malé

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
SriLankan Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 8:15 amMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
11h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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9:25 am - 7:55 pmMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
10h 00m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$305SriLankan Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 9
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9:55 am - 8:15 amMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
22h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 8:10 pmMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
10h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$305SriLankan Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2
SriLankan Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 8:15 amMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
22h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 8:10 pmMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
10h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$305SriLankan Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 19
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9:55 am - 8:15 amMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
22h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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3:35 pm - 8:10 pmMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
4h 05m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$305SriLankan Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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4:00 pm - 7:45 pmMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
4h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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3:35 pm - 8:45 amMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
16h 40m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$305SriLankan Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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9:50 am - 7:45 pmMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
10h 25m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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8:55 pm - 8:45 amMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
11h 20m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$305SriLankan Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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3:55 pm - 2:25 pmMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
23h 00m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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8:55 pm - 3:00 pmMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
17h 35m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$307SriLankan Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
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9:15 pm - 8:15 amMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
11h 30m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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9:25 am - 8:10 pmMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
10h 15m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$313SriLankan Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 8:15 amMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
22h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 11:20 pmMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
9h 50m2 stops Kochi Bengaluru Intl
$373Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 4
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5:45 pm - 9:15 amMAA  Chennai-MLE Male
16h 00m1 stop Kochi
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3:15 pm - 10:55 pmMLE  Male-MAA Chennai
7h 10m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
$374IndiGo
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chennai to Malé flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chennai to Malé with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chennai to Malé?

Round-trip flights from Chennai to Malé start at $305. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $292 to $358. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305 on SriLankan Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Malé?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Malé, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Malé?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Malé at $301 round-trip.
  • December ($365) and January ($354) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chennai to Malé the cheapest?

Flights from Chennai to Malé are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chennai to Malé flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$142
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Chennai to Malé

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to Malé based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chennai to Malé flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Malé?

    Flights from Chennai to Malé usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Male (MLE).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Malé?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chennai to Malé.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Malé pass through?

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

    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Bengaluru Intl (BLR) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Kochi (COK) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Malé?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 7% on the Chennai to Malé route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $304 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $325, a difference of $21. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Malé?

    Some of the most popular sights in Malé are National Football Stadium and Presidential Jetty. These are among the most viewed places in Malé on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Chennai to Malé?

    A nonstop flight from Chennai to Malé takes 0h 00m, covering 757 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chennai to Malé?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chennai to Malé flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 9% above the route average of $311. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Malé?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Chennai to Malé looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chennai to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $168, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chennai to Malé?

    Flying via Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 5h 34m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and 8h 28m via Bengaluru Intl (BLR).

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Malé flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chennai to Malé range from $292 to $358, with an average of $311 over the past 12 months. Anything below $292 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chennai to Malé flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $304 - about $21 less than Tuesday (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Malé trip for November. Fares historically average $301 round-trip in that month - typically $64 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Male Airport.
    - Barceló Nasandhura Malé
    - Unima Grand
    - H78 Maldives

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Chennai (MAA)
Malé (MLE)