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

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11
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$776China Eastern
Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 24
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Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 24
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Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Sep 7
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$804China Eastern
Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 11
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$814China Eastern
Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Sep 3
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Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Sep 7
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$832China Eastern
Mon, Sep 21 - Sat, Oct 3
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$834China Eastern
Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Sep 7
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$839China Eastern
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Oct 5
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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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% 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 12% 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.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to the Maldives

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to the Maldives? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1557 reviews
8.3Boarding
8.6Crew
8.1Entertainment
7.8Food
8.0Comfort
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The friendliness of the attendants, and the quality of the service.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
LAX - NRT
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The friendliness of the attendants, and the quality of the service.

Food was terrible , uncomfortable seats, WiFi did not work, will never fly Singapore again.

A little more room from the reclining seat in the front of me.

They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

Wish the underseat compartment don’t have a restriction, can fit a personal item such as backpack fully like most Boeing

Very good flight from Boarding to landing -efficient and comfortable with decent entertainment options

Everything was great keep up the good work 😁, can't ask for more.

Overall, very good. The food was better than expected with the exception of the pork and potatoes dinner at the end of the flight. My family all selected that dish and did not set it. I tried a bite also and it was honestly terrible. Also, it would be helpful to know when the snacks in the back of the plane are available.

The crew and their service was top notch, but the plane itself seemed to be on the older side and worn out. Also, the food could’ve been better. 9 out of 10.

Excellent- a lot of food Disappointed with the premium economy pouch- did not have toothbrush and tooth paste or socks. Other airlines provide them

Difficult to find some food option for gluten and dairy allergy. May be a fruit salad would be better

What a great trip . From check in to the upgrade we received a big shout out to Cleverson who was able to help us navigate the whole process super patient and was just one of the best customer service experiences we received in a very long time . The amazing staff on the flight who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable amazing food and service if you have te opportunity to upgrade it's a must and well worth it.

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Airline did not have enough vegetarian meals for all guests, and crew were not adequately trained to handle this.

Flight got canceled without any prior information and it caused lot of trouble

More leg room and comfortable seats at least for long flights

Check-in counter at the airport took more than an hour of standing in queue with online checkin. And after entering the gate the flight delayed more than 30 mins.

Great flight. Comfortable seats, courteous service, and excellent selection for entertainment.

The plane and services in Emirates flight from Los Angeles to Dubai were very good . But plane and services in flight from Dubai to Delhi were very poor/uncomfortable. Staff at Dubai and crew in Dubai plane was very very disappointing|shabby. Wheel chair was given only for a very small part of layover at Dubai and we faced great inconvenience. In short , our experience Dubai onwards(fly Dubai) was very bad and uncomfortable.

We fly Bussines class and we didn’t feel like it is. Out luggage didn’t arrive and we have to return again next day from our hotel to airport to get them. Still waiting. No information from Turkish airlines Very poor customer service I think booking through kayak it was wrong decision

Seat assignments for family traveling with 2 children. Loud crowd during sleep time

Seats were very tight with poor legroom - and I am average height. During the 12 hour flight, tiny paper cups of drinks we're only offered during the super and breakfast services, with the crew nowhere to be seen in between. One of the bathrooms was out of order, leading to long lines waiting to use the remaining two available to the economy class passengers.

Flight was delayed. While standing at the gate, a note appeared on the sign saying the gate had changed to a gate far away. No member of the Turkish airlines team got on the microphone to instruct passengers to go to the other gate, to ignore the chiron, etc. Finally, the message disappeared. Eventually, the flight began to board. Very slowly. More slowly than I experience with other airlines. Though Istanbul may just be slow . . . In all other ways, great flight, great entertainment (top notch movies), great service, excellent food, comfortable lie-flat seat, dimmed lights, etc.

The desk crew at the LAX crew could do better. A girl named Mahesi was very abrasive and unfriendly. She needs a better customer service uproar.

It was peaceful excited We enjoyed it always Turkish peaceful excited

Business Class pods are horrible. If you're petite, you might be able to sleep on the uncomfortable seat and bed. Crew and food are fantastic.

it was like a banya -so hot... They did provide a great experience with special food. one toilet broke midflight In general it was a peaceful and relaxing flight - for business class it was good.

nice and clean plane but the seats and the comfort was not what i expected. i expected more based on all the ads and reviews that i've read. I guess you get what you pay for in economy.

Rude staff. I would avoid using the word racist but definitely partially or discriminatory. My 72 yrs old mother who is also disabled was traveling on this flight. She was the second passenger boarded to the plane. The First elderly couple ahead of my mother were allowed to use the airplane bathroom but my mother was denied entry stating it was for safety reasons. My mother objected the the couple in front of her were allowed but hostess still stated that due to the flight safety reasons she can’t use it. Even my mother explained that he is using blood pressure medication that’s why she have to use the restroom frequently but the crew continued arguing her. At one point the Mae attendent even suggested that if that’s the case my mother can urinate in her seat. The level of disrespect against an elderly lady is beyond my comprehension. This matter will be taken to the social media to shame the employees involved.

The flight was smooth Thank God but the delays and changing gates for 3-4 times made me so tired of walking back and forth with heavy bags I thought I was going to pass out with heavy headaches but Thank God finally found the final gate and home safe. These delays happen anytime for important reasons so just be patient when you come across these situations.

Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

Between Air India and Qatar my luggage was lost for three days. I eventually found my own luggage location using the Apple Air Tag. Air India used a paper form to report my lost luggage. I could never get past getting past luggage personnel with my report number before they would hang up on me. Only after them specifically telling Air India at Chandigarh airport where my luggage was located which was right under their noses did they react. After three days I finally received my luggage. The Air India luggage folks didn’t seem proactive in finding the luggage’s rightful owner.

The made us waiting and held our passports and boarding pass making us miss our flights

Wore experience due to delay and took me 3 days to reach my destination.

Excellent will be flying again in May with Qatar. to Botswana.

Asian Veng meal have Non Veg items which is not ok. Pure veg meals option are too less and they have inclusion of Vedgan and Lactos etc... which is taste less

I liked the menu. Cres were nice. But the seats are very uncomfortable. Got back ache Also no leg space at all. .

The crew was not very warming, need to be more helpful .

Too many baby crying, customer and staff yelling at each other. Seat is too small and tight. Could not sleep at all for 16 hour flight !

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Lost Baggage - very frustrated…learned that bag was never put on plane.

Again, I was presented with birthday pastries two times as a celebrated my birthday on both legs of my trip. I will keep flying to China using China Eastern airlines. As they made this trip a special one thank you.

It was my birthday while I was on the flight on China eastern airlines. They celebrated my day by giving me a personalized birthday card and also a very delicious pastry. I was surprised and thankful by the China Eastern crew! The whole staff was kind and professional? My second flight into China and the most memorable! Thank you-

Couldn’t fly since they wouldn’t issue a boarding ticket. Something to do with not taking the departing flight since it was cancelled due to weather. No notice or anything about the trip being invalid. The app made it seem like I was all good for it. Never trusting travel agency

A lot of value considering the cheap ticket prices. All meals served were Chinese food. Would fly them again considering the ticket was half the price of any others

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