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Every day
You can fly direct with Thai AirAsia and Maldivian. Average duration is 4h 31m
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MLE - DMK
Cheapest • 5% average savings
MLE - BKK
Most popular
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Maldivian
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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25 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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March
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Bengaluru Intl (BLR)
Cheapest • Avg ฿14,186 (return)
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Shortest trip • 9h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Malé to Bangkok (MLE-BKK)

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Malé to Bangkok flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Malé to Bangkok. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Malé to Bangkok at ฿15,200 return.
•July (฿18,780) and April (฿18,611) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 23% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Malé to Bangkok the cheapest?

Flights from Malé to Bangkok are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Malé to Bangkok flights

Low season

March
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 19% increase in travellers.

When to book flights from Malé to Bangkok

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 09:55 and lands at 14:26
    • Latest: departs at 12:30 and lands at 17:01.

    The flight takes about 4h 31m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Malé to Bangkok?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Malé to Bangkok.

  • How long is a flight from Malé to Bangkok?

    A direct flight from Malé to Bangkok takes 4h 31m, covering 5,061 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Malé to Bangkok?

    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.

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

    Return flights from Malé to Bangkok range from ฿15,494 to ฿20,461, with an average of ฿17,754 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿15,494 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the ฿17,754 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Malé to Bangkok?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ฿14,186 return via Bengaluru Intl (BLR), compared with ฿16,834 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Malé to Bangkok?

    Maldivian is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Bangkok Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Malé to Bangkok flights are:

    • Maldivian: 94% on time
    • Bangkok Airways: 89% on time
    • แอร์เอเชีย: 82% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ฿982–฿3,377 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Malé to Bangkok flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What car rental options are available in Bangkok?

    Since Bangkok is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) – daily rates from around ฿436:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Yesaway
    • Hertz

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (DMK) – daily rates from around ฿229:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Thai Rent
    • Chic Car Rent
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Malé to Bangkok usually depart from Male (MLE) and may arrive at several airports in Bangkok area, including Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Malé to Bangkok?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Malé to Bangkok?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Malé to Bangkok route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h.

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

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

    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 68% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Malé to Bangkok. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿17,260 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ฿18,206, a difference of ฿946.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Malé to Bangkok?

    2 airlines operate flights between Malé and Bangkok. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Thai AirAsia
    • Maldivian

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

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 58m, compared to 10h 48m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and 10h 56m via Bengaluru Intl (BLR).

  • What is the time difference between Malé and Bangkok?

    Bangkok is 2 hours ahead of Malé (Indochina Time vs Maldives Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Bangkok?

    Some of the most popular sights in Bangkok are Victory Monument, Pratunam, and Siam Square. These are among the most viewed places in Bangkok on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Thai AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Maldivian: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Bangkok Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking Malé to Bangkok flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ฿17,260, which is about ฿946 less than Saturday fares (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Malé to Bangkok trip for March. Fares historically average ฿15,200 return in that month – typically ฿3,580 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Maldivian. Over the past three months, 94% of Maldivian flights from Malé to Bangkok arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bengaluru Intl Airport (BLR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ฿14,186 return on this route – about ฿2,647 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airpor
    • Suvarnabhumi Ville Airport Hotel
    • Siam Mandarina Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel (Free Shuttle)

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport

    • Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok
    • The Royal Bee Apart Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Male to Bangkok?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Male Airport to Bangkok, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Male to Bangkok

Monday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Tuesday

Thai AirAsia,Maldivian

Thai AirAsia,Maldivian

Wednesday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Thursday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Friday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Saturday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Sunday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

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Direct returns

Bangkok to Male

Monday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Tuesday

Thai AirAsia,Maldivian

Thai AirAsia,Maldivian

Wednesday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Thursday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Friday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Saturday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

Sunday

Thai AirAsia

Thai AirAsia

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