MLE - DXB

$360 Find Cheap Flights from Malé to Dubai

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Malé to Dubai, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$462
Typical prices: $555-$610
Air India
Tue 4/7Mon 4/13
MLE - DXB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$535
Typical prices: $535-$582
flydubai
Wed 3/25Sat 3/28
MLE - DXB • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $462 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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You can fly direct with Emirates and flydubai. Average duration is 4h 15m
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Most punctual • 88% on-time
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Cheapest • Avg $420 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 28m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 3% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Malé to Dubai (MLE-DXB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Malé to Dubai 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 Malé to Dubai

Tue, Apr 7 - Mon, Apr 13
Air India Logo
12:45 pm - 7:05 pm
MLE
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DXB
31h 20m
1 stop
Air India Logo
12:15 am - 11:45 am
DXB
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MLE
10h 30m
1 stop
$462Air India
Mon, Jun 1 - Fri, Jun 5
Air India Logo
12:45 pm - 7:05 pm
MLE
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DXB
31h 20m
1 stop
Air India Logo
8:40 pm - 11:45 am
DXB
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MLE
14h 05m
1 stop
$469Air India
Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 22
Air India Logo
12:45 pm - 12:10 pm
MLE
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DXB
24h 25m
1 stop
Air India Logo
8:40 pm - 11:45 am
DXB
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MLE
14h 05m
1 stop
$505Air India
Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 8
Air India Logo
12:45 pm - 10:45 pm
MLE
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DXB
11h 00m
1 stop
Air India Logo
8:40 pm - 11:45 am
DXB
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MLE
14h 05m
1 stop
$513Air India
Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:05 am - 10:15 pm
MLE
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DXB
14h 10m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 1:10 pm
DXB
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MLE
16h 25m
1 stop
$527Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Sat, Mar 28
flydubai Logo
3:15 pm - 6:45 pm
MLE
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DXB
4h 30mnonstop
flydubai Logo
8:55 am - 2:15 pm
DXB
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MLE
4h 20mnonstop
$535flydubai
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 6
flydubai Logo
2:55 pm - 6:15 pm
MLE
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DXB
4h 20mnonstop
flydubai Logo
8:40 am - 1:55 pm
DXB
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MLE
4h 15mnonstop
$536flydubai
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
flydubai Logo
10:10 am - 1:30 pm
MLE
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DXB
4h 20mnonstop
flydubai Logo
10:10 am - 3:25 pm
DXB
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MLE
4h 15mnonstop
$537flydubai
Tue, Apr 7 - Mon, Apr 13
flydubai Logo
2:55 pm - 6:15 pm
MLE
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DXB
4h 20mnonstop
flydubai Logo
1:30 am - 6:55 am
DXB
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MLE
4h 25mnonstop
$538flydubai
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 6
Gulf Air Logo
7:25 pm - 9:50 am
MLE
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DXB
15h 25m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
11:35 pm - 6:30 am
DXB
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MLE
29h 55m
1 stop
$541Gulf Air
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Malé to Dubai flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Malé to Dubai departing in April.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Malé to Dubai?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Malé to Dubai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Dubai on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Malé to Dubai. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Malé to Dubai, 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 Malé to Dubai is March, where tickets cost $544 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $591 and $581 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Malé to Dubai?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $539, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Malé to Dubai?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Malé to Dubai, 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 Malé to Dubai, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$360
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Malé to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Malé to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Malé to Dubai

  • Which airlines fly sustainably from Male to Dubai?

    Emirates offers an eco-friendly journey from Male to Dubai. These airlines focus on ground and operational sustainable practices, including waste initiatives, the use of solar power, and water efficiency to make the environment greener. You can also book Gulf Air, which has partnered with Nestle to use sustainable aviation fuel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80%.

  • What are the popular layovers on cheap flights from Male to Dubai?

    Though some flights offer a nonstop journey on the Male to Dubai route, others, like Oman Air, IndiGo, and Gulf Air, have one or more stops. These airlines stop in various cities, and the layover duration depends on the flight route. While some airlines have extended layovers, consider checking the duration to choose a convenient journey. Popular layovers are in major cities, including Bengaluru, Muscat, Mumbai, Doha, Kochi, and Bahrain.

  • Which amenities do passengers enjoy after upgrading to business class on flights from Male to Dubai?

    If you need a smooth journey on long-haul flights from Make to Dubai, consider upgrading to business class. Here, you expect amenities such as priority check-in, additional luggage allowance, access to the VIP lounge, priority boarding, extra legroom, complimentary drinks and meals, amenity kits, a working space, and a lie-flat seat. However, onboard amenities could depend on your airline.

  • Which nearby airports are served by Dubai International Airport (DXB)?

    After arriving at DXB airport, there are several cities near the airport you can visit, including Ajman to the northeast, Jebel Ali to the southwest, Fujairah to the east, Al Ain to the south, Ras Al-Khaimah to the northeast, and Abu Dhabi to the southwest. If you need to explore from the airport to your destination, driving a rental car gives you the freedom to drive at your own pace.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Malé to Dubai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Malé to Dubai was $360 for a one-way ticket and $462 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Malé and Dubai?

    A passport is required to fly from Malé to Dubai.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Malé to Dubai?

    Malé airport is called Male and the only airport in Dubai is Dubai Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Malé to Dubai?

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Malé to Dubai flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Malé to Dubai?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Malé to Dubai flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Malé to Dubai?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Malé and Dubai.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Malé to Dubai?

    There are nonstop flights from Malé to Dubai on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Malé to Dubai, Emirates or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Malé to Dubai are Emirates and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $584 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $443 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Malé to Dubai?

    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 Malé to Dubai.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dubai from Malé 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 Malé to Dubai?

    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 to Dubai with an airline and back to Malé with another airline. Booking your flights between Malé and DXB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Malé to Dubai?

    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 to Dubai from Malé up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Malé to Dubai

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $427 or less one-way and $634 or less round-trip.
  • Cheap flights from Male to Dubai charge competitive rates. You can compare ticket prices of various airlines on this route, including Emirates, British Airways, and Gulf Air, to save money on your trip.
  • Passengers with health or religious needs can order a special meal with Qatar Airways on cheap flights from Male to Dubai. These airlines offer a wide selection of dietary requirements. However, you must pre-order at least 24 hours before departure.
  • The best way to travel from downtown Male to Male Velana International Airport (MLE) is by taking the Airport Express Ferry. These ferries depart every 15 minutes and get you to the airport in about 10 minutes. Another way is taking the R3 bus that departs hourly and arrives at the airport in around 26 minutes.
  • MLE airport is a hub for Maldivian Airlines. This airport is a gateway to many Asian and European destinations. At the same time, Dubai International Airport (DXB) is a hub for FlyDubai and Emirates. It’s an international hub and serves millions of passengers annually.
  • You can take the MRed train from DXB airport via the subway to Downtown Dubai in around 27 minutes. If you take bus lines 22 and 77, you get to the city in around 1 hour, depending on the traffic.

Prefer to fly direct from Malé to Dubai?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Male to Dubai Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Male Airport to Dubai Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Male to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates,flydubai

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Tuesday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Wednesday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Thursday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Friday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Saturday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Sunday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

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Direct returns

Dubai Intl to Male

Monday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Tuesday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Wednesday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Thursday

Emirates,flydubai

Emirates,flydubai

Friday

Emirates,flydubai

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Saturday

Emirates,flydubai

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Sunday

Emirates,flydubai

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Malé to Dubai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Malé to Dubai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Malé to Dubai? 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.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3541 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.3Crew
7.9Food
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Offboarding in Dubai was a bit confusing. The bus dropped us off, we passed the security, and then we were again in departure, no clue, no guidance on where to get our luggage

8.0 ExcellentMohsin, Feb 2026
LHE - DXB
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Offboarding in Dubai was a bit confusing. The bus dropped us off, we passed the security, and then we were again in departure, no clue, no guidance on where to get our luggage

Very good from the beginning to the end. Amazing experience

Seat did not recline at all, wi-FI did not work at all. Those are both very unfortunate for a 14 hour flight. Crew and food was of course very nice as always.

Always enjoyed flying with Emirates, flown with others but they don't really measure up. The others are cheaper without a doubt, but not as good as Emirates

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

Food was great. More vegetarian options on menu would be great!

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

Child’s meal was great along with other nice touches for kids.

Both flights to and back from Lyon with buses taking extra time and delaying flight at DXB. Food serving needed work.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

Business class ticket should include lounge access and seat selection. The food quality and varieties should be more. It was surpirise that no dessert was offered.

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

I liked the crew, the food and the foot space. I did not like the comfort of the seats.

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Ethiad wanted to charge me $1100 for 2 checked bags on a ticket that was $550. Nother the airline or airfare assist was willing to help before arriving at the airport. All parties said it was the other responsibility to help. Never flying ethiad or using kayak again.

No entertainment except on app. No outlets working to charge. Good service

It was great! Kept the time. Provided what was promised

It was mediocre. Honestly, the flight was late but that didn’t bother me as I had plenty of time. The only thing that bothered me is that the crew never asked to make the beds for us in business class. Maybe the crew was exhausted and that just didn’t occur to them.

The flight was over 1 hour late taking off ,when I arrived in Abu Dhabi ,I missed my connecting flight to Bangkok so I had to wait almost 6 hours for my flight arriving in Bangkok at 6:30 am ,So I missed a whole day of my vacation and my hotel room sat empty so I paid for hotel days that I was not there. In Abu Dhabi there was a woman that worked the desk at transfers that was so professional, courteous , helpful,and may I say absolutely beautiful .she got me food vouchers for my layover and was a very calming presence. Besides that I will never use Etihad again I will pay the Xtra money . I'm sure they won't read or see this but it's my "2 cents" I'll use an airline that respects me and my hard earned dollars

I booked and paid for a Business Class seat for myself and my wife. 4 hours before the flight i get a call saying the plane they sent doesn't have the correct layout to accommodate all the business class seats they sold me 3 months earlier at a premium of $1500 a ticket. So they have to bump me from Business to Economy and will give me a $400 credit (total of $800 for both seats) that I could turn in at Abu Dahbi for $400 in US cash. They then promised a row that we could have to ourselves and the arm rests would go up so we could spread out for each of us. My wife was taken care of but I was put in the exit row with the flight attendents set as part of the three...and the arm rest did not go up. When we got to Abu Dahbi, they would not exchange our credit for cash as promised. Very disappointed they took my money 3 months ago and refused to reimburse for the change in seats or follow the promises made.

Kayak offered terrible customer service. The 2nd of 3 flights were cancelled and it took me an hour on the phone to try to cancel the other 2. I had to call back later to get someone to assist. I was calling internationally and an already stressful situation was made worse.

Moderate carrier , one of the flight attendant crashed my leg with the food table and never bothered to apologia but give you a lecture about how to sit in your seat.

If the flight was full I would have been more uncomfortable as the space was small. The seat in front of me was very close, I wear transition lenses and it was too close for a comfortable viewing experience. The foot room was not the best either. The row was empty so I had shoulder width space. The foot space in my opinion could be better, I am just 6ft tall, medium built and found the space mediocre. The AC on the flight could have been cooler. We were delaed on the tarmac and the air con was warm. Even in the air, it could have been cooler. Apart from that excellent service crew, we were delayed on the tarmac and water was offered to us which was of good temperature. The snacks offered were acceptable. Thanks for a safe and smooth journey.

Boarding from T3 is a nightmare for the transfer to the aircraft.

BEST air crew in the industry and service delivery takes it to the next level from great to AMAZING!!!

No TVs are working, in my local busses also not work sometimes. Is the both are same,,

The timing for this flight is really odd.. at 4.45AM If it was 1AM or 8AM it would be great. I guess its probably for European connecting flights with Emirates? Anyway, for a budget airline, the business class product in FlyDubai is quite decent. You even get Champagne, although 4AM is an off time to have it. The Throne seat for me while is great for privacy, sleeping isn't great for the foot extension. This flight is great for me due to its direct nature but if Emirates did it, I would choose that.

The quality is worse and worse , this business ticket pricing is overpriced !!!!

The Plane was very small.. domestic route will perfect not international

If I have a choice I would not use this airline. They moved by booking to Smart Wings, an airline they code share with. Changing terminals in buses and dealing with some of the staff associated with it is not the best experience. Having stated that I must share that the crew of Smart Wings airlines was polite.

I think if i find different options I’ll travel with it but not with air India they never loaded the luggage’s and they announce the luggage’s will be arriving on belt number 5 when all passengers reach to the belt we find they haven’t loaded the luggage’s

Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

Very old aircraft. Business class seats don’t work right. No way to get out my tray table. Crew didn’t seem surprised about the aircraft and didn’t have any real answers. Old 777 seems to not have been updated ever.

They rescheduled flight..no customer care to even reach or accommodate

Bad weather in Amritsar cancelled the flight while we were at the gate in Delhi but the ground crew took good care of us and exceeded our expectations. Once on the plane, we enjoyed the best experience we’ve had on any flight in years. Their customer support was also impressively quick to answer and immediately helpful.

I reached the check in counter 1 hour before take off and was denied boarding because the luggage could no longer be transferred to the flight. I was aback when throughout the world(including India) for a domestic flight, you need to report 1 hour before boarding. Then on top of that i was made to buy a brand new ticket. I had paid $350 for a business ticket between delhi and mumbai and then was made to buy another economy ticket for $100, No concessions/discounts were made for the airline's own inefficiency! The reservation counter was also extremely rude and unapologetic about making me pay a second time. For such a mediocre airline, there seems to be zero focus on providing good service to their customers and providing a pleasant experience.

Bad seats. Broken entertainment system. Charging port not working. Seats were broken worn out. Crew was amazing. They helped as much as they could.

my experience with kayak was terrible. Team kayak just left me with a booking and limbo and preffered not to contact me.. Instead when I contacted the team they said the booking is cancelled. Seriously 5 days after booking u were waiting of my call to inform me of the incompetence of the team. This will be taken up with higher authorities

Inflight Services are poor compared to other airlines. They do not offer even water during 15 hr flight. Food is little in portion and I had food poisoning after last meal ( rajma chawal)

It was far better than what others had led me to expect. I would fly with them again. Don't expect all features of the entertainment system to work.

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