Which airports can I use when flying from Louisville to Malé?

Flights from Louisville to Malé usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Male (MLE).

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Louisville to Malé route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,564 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,312, a difference of $748. 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.

Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 $1,415 to $13,714. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Louisville to Malé looking right now?

One-way fares from Louisville to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,257, which is 143% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Louisville and Malé?

Malé is 9 hours ahead of Louisville (Maldives Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Louisville to Malé?

Qatar Airways ($1,418) and Etihad Airways ($1,563) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Louisville to Malé according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$1,418

Typical prices: $1,603-$2,252

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Typical prices: $1,338-$1,338

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Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

7:27 pm - 8:25 amSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

27h 58m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

7:40 pm - 9:25 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

34h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,418Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

12:45 pm - 8:25 amSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

34h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 pm - 3:27 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

27h 22m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,424Qatar Airways

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21

6:00 am - 8:25 amSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

41h 25m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 pm - 9:31 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

33h 26m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,477Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

5:59 pm - 8:25 amSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

29h 26m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 pm - 10:33 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

34h 28m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,517Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

12:45 pm - 5:15 amSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

31h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:15 am - 5:20 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

41h 05m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,563Etihad Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 23

5:59 pm - 8:25 amSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

29h 26m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

9:05 pm - 10:33 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

34h 28m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,816Qatar Airways

Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31

9:50 am - 8:45 amSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

36h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Vienna Intl

10:25 am - 8:56 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

44h 31m2 stops Vienna Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,953Austrian Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31

9:50 am - 3:30 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

43h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Dubai Intl

11:00 pm - 12:59 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

47h 59m3 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V. Newark

$11,389Emirates

Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 24

2:20 pm - 2:55 pmSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

38h 35m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Dubai Intl

11:30 pm - 1:02 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

47h 32m3 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V. Newark

$11,398Emirates

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

6:30 pm - 7:15 amSDF Louisville Intl-MLE Male

27h 45m3 stops Newark Athens Eleftherios V. Dubai Intl

9:15 am - 12:39 pmMLE Male-SDF Louisville Intl

60h 24m3 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V. Newark

$13,714Emirates

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Malé start at $1,418. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,603 to $2,252. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,418 on Qatar Airways.

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When to book flights from Louisville to Malé

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

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Which airports can I use when flying from Louisville to Malé?
Flights from Louisville to Malé usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Male (MLE).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Louisville to Malé?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Louisville to Malé route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,564 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,312, a difference of $748. 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.
Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 $1,415 to $13,714. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Louisville to Malé looking right now?
One-way fares from Louisville to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,257, which is 143% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Louisville and Malé?
Malé is 9 hours ahead of Louisville (Maldives Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,564 - about $748 less than Sunday (32% savings) 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
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- H78 Maldives

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