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Book Cheap Los Angeles to the Maldives Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to the Maldives that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to the Maldives

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 16
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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41h 20m
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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26h 25m
1 stop
$777China Eastern
Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 1
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12:30 pm - 7:35 pm
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43h 05m
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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26h 25m
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$778China Eastern
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 2
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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41h 20m
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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26h 25m
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$788China Eastern
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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41h 20m
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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26h 25m
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$818China Eastern
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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41h 20m
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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26h 25m
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$824China Eastern
Mon, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 20
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12:30 pm - 7:35 pm
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43h 05m
2 stops
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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26h 25m
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$826China Eastern
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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41h 20m
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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26h 25m
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$857China Eastern
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:30 pm - 7:35 pm
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67h 05m
3 stops
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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26h 25m
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$866China Eastern
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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41h 20m
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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$868China Eastern
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10
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12:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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41h 20m
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7:40 pm - 10:05 am
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$872China Eastern
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to the Maldives flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to the Maldives to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to the Maldives?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to the Maldives, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to the Maldives is February, when tickets cost $417 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $990 and $881 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to the Maldives?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to the Maldives, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to the Maldives, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$459
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to Malé

FAQs - booking Maldives flights

  • Are there any non-stop trips from Los Angeles to the Maldives?

    There are no available non-stop trips for this particular route. You can expect your flight to make one or two stops during the journey. Such trips take long but create opportunities for travelers to explore other cities during layovers or connecting flights. They’re also not as costly.

  • Which airlines fly the Los Angeles to Maldives route?

    When it comes to the airlines flying from Los Angeles to Maldives, you’ll be spoiled for choice. They include China Southern, Etihad, Delta, Turkish, Cathay, and Emirates, to name a few. Delta and Cathay are among the popular airlines that service this route as well.

  • Which airport in the Maldives should I fly into to have access to domestic flights?

    Male Airport is currently the only international airport in the Maldives. However, it not only services international trips but also allows connecting domestic flights as well. This means that after flying into Male Airport, you can make a connecting trip to other domestic airports located in the Maldives.

  • How can one get from the Maldives airport to the city?

    To get to Male’s city center, use a ferry, speed boat, or safari boat. Once you’ve arrived at the ferry terminal, book a cab if your hotel is still far. Another option would be to take a connecting flight from Male Int. Airport to other airports located in the Maldives.

  • Can I rent a car at Male Airport after my Los Angeles to Maldives trip?

    No, you cannot. Male Airport doesn’t have any car rental companies located on its premises. However, you can find car rental companies that are located near the airport. There are more companies located in Male as well. Rental cars give you the freedom to explore the Maldives more freely.

  • What are the car seat laws in the Maldives that every visitor should know about?

    There is no car seat law in the Maldives that you should worry about as a visitor. However, for the safety of your children, especially if you have an infant, it would be best to use a car seat. Older children should also use seat belts to stay safe.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to the Maldives?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to the Maldives.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to the Maldives?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Los Angeles to the Maldives is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to the Maldives?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Los Angeles to the Maldives with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to the Maldives?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Los Angeles to the Maldives up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to the Maldives

  • To travel to the Maldives from Los Angeles, you’ll want to fly out of Los Angeles Airport. Its located roughly 9 miles from the city.
  • You’re advised to arrive at least 3h before departure. The top dining options are in Terminal B while more options are located in every other terminal.
  • Several shops can be found in the Tom Bradley Terminal while a spa is located in Terminal 5. Other amenities include a museum and an art collection.
  • Those flying the Los Angeles to Maldives route should expect to land at Male Airport, also known as Velana Int. Airport. It’s located on Hulhule Island.
  • Male Airport is small but is decked out with amenities such as ATMs, accessible shower areas, an infant and mother care center, and a prayer room.
  • For a brief turnaround in the Maldives, you can easily find the baggage storage facilities near the infant and mother care center and the toilets.
  • Quality dining options, such as restaurants, cafés, ice cream kiosks, and fast-food chains, can be found all over the terminals of the Male Int. Airport.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Los Angeles to the Maldives

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