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Cheapest round-trip
$398
Typical prices: $424-$534
FitsAir
Sat 10/13Thu 10/18
DAC - MLE • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$432
Typical prices: $420-$511
US-Bangla Airlines
Thu 11/8Tue 11/13
DAC - MLE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with US-Bangla Airlines and Maldivian. Average duration is 4h 08m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $474 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dhaka to Malé (DAC-MLE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dhaka to Malé

Tue, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 18
FitsAir Logo
2:15 am - 8:05 amDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
6h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
FitsAir Logo
9:05 am - 1:15 amMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
15h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$398FitsAir
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 31
FitsAir Logo
2:15 am - 8:05 amDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
6h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
FitsAir Logo
9:05 am - 1:15 amMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
15h 10m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$400FitsAir
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13
US-Bangla Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 12:15 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
4h 15mnonstop
US-Bangla Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 6:15 pmMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
4h 00mnonstop
$432US-Bangla Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 11
US-Bangla Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 12:15 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
4h 15mnonstop
US-Bangla Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 6:15 pmMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
4h 00mnonstop
$435US-Bangla Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 12:15 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
4h 15mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 12:20 pmMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
18h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
$484Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 12:15 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
4h 15mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 11:30 amMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
18h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$486Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 3
Maldivian Logo
11:00 am - 2:10 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
4h 10mnonstop
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5:00 am - 10:00 amMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
4h 00mnonstop
$511Maldivian
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 18
SriLankan Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 7:50 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
7h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 11:30 amMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
13h 30m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$547SriLankan Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
SriLankan Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 7:50 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
7h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 12:40 pmMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
14h 45m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$550SriLankan Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
Maldivian Logo
6:20 am - 9:30 amDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MLE Male
4h 10mnonstop
Maldivian Logo
12:20 am - 5:20 amMLE  Male-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
4h 00mnonstop
$561Maldivian
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dhaka to Malé flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Dhaka to Malé start at $398. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $424 to $534. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $398 on FitsAir.

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

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

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

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Dhaka to Malé at $402 round-trip.
  • October ($515) and November ($514) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dhaka to Malé the cheapest?

Flights from Dhaka to Malé are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Dhaka to Malé flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$243
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Dhaka to Malé

When to book flights from Dhaka to Malé

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dhaka 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 Dhaka to Malé flight questions, answered

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

  • What airlines are available from Dhaka to Malé?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dhaka and Malé. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • US-Bangla Airlines
    • Maldivian

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

    Flights from Dhaka to Malé usually depart from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl (DAC) and arrive at Male (MLE).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dhaka to Malé flights?

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

    • US-Bangla Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Maldivian: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hahn Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Dhaka to Malé:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dhaka to Malé?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $441 round-trip, compared to $474 via a layover through Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dhaka to Malé?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dhaka to Malé?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by US-Bangla Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

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

    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) - 97% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) - 0% 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 Dhaka to Malé?

    On the Dhaka to Malé route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 15%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $439 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $514: a $75 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Dhaka to Malé spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dhaka to Malé flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:20 am and lands at 10:28 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:25 am and lands at 1:33 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 08m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $456. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Dhaka to Malé?

    A nonstop flight from Dhaka to Malé takes 4h 08m, covering 1,761 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dhaka 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.

  • Have flight prices from Dhaka to Malé changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $398 to $1,875. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Dhaka to Malé are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $344.

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

    Flying via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 18m, compared with 11h 16m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 11h 35m via Sharjah (SHJ).

  • What is the time difference between Dhaka and Malé?

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Dhaka to Malé range from $424 to $534, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $424 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Dhaka 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $439 - about $75 less than Monday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dhaka to Malé trip for April. Fares historically average $402 round-trip in that month - typically $113 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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
    - H78 Maldives
    - Unima Grand

Prefer to fly direct from Dhaka to Malé?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Airport to Male Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl to Male

Tuesday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Wednesday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Thursday

Maldivian

Maldivian

Friday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Saturday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Sunday

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

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Direct returns

Male to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

Tuesday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Wednesday

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Thursday

Maldivian

Maldivian

Friday

US-Bangla Airlines

US-Bangla Airlines

Saturday

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Sunday

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

Maldivian,US-Bangla Airlines

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