Cheap Flights Istanbul to Malé from £175

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Istanbul (IST) to Malé (MLE)?

  Based on Trip.com data, IndiGo offers one-way fares as low as £175 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. IST to MLE on Sat, Aug 22), while IndiGo offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £416 departing on Wed, Sep 2 and returning on Sun, Sep 6.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Istanbul to Malé?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Malé with the following airlines, including: Turkish Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is the flight from Istanbul (IST) to Malé (MLE)?

  It takes about 8 hours 10 minutes to fly from Istanbul (IST) to Malé (MLE).

• When is the best time to book flights from Istanbul to Malé?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Malé is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Istanbul to Malé?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 2 flight per week flying from Istanbul to Malé. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK734 (02:41) Turkish Airlines: -/M/T/-/-/-/- -- TK740 (21:23)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Istanbul to Malé?

  To find best deals on flights from Istanbul to Malé, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Aug 22, with one-way flights priced at just £175.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Turkish Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Malé travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Malé to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Malé is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Istanbul to Malé?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Malé on August 21, 2026 with IndiGo, with prices starting at £174.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Malé from Istanbul?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Malé, with Istanbul Airport to Velana International Airport (IST-MLE) is by far the most common option on this route: Velana International Airport (MLE).

• What is the time difference between Istanbul and Malé?

  The time difference between Malé and Istanbul is 2h.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Istanbul to Malé?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Istanbul to Malé?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Istanbul to Malé is £437. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a return flight from Istanbul to Malé?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Istanbul to Malé is £898. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Istanbul to Malé on Trip.com?

  Enter Istanbul and Malé, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Istanbul to Malé route?

  Air Arabia, IndiGo and Flydubaiare the most popular budget airlines flying from Istanbul to Malé. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.