Cheap flights from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
MLE — CMB
31 Jan — 7 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Male to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or March, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Thursday
Find flight deals from Malé to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Malé (MLE) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 January 2026.
Popular in
August
Cheapest in
September
Average price
₹ 25,702
Good round-trip deal
₹ 23,760 or less
Good one-way deal
₹ 17,757 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (₹ 5,999 potential increase over avg. return price).
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Malé to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 50 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₹ 19,411). Flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 22,376). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MLE to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Malé to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 January 2026.
When flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Weekly flight availability from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Malé to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 January 2026.
The most flights from MLE to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).
How often are flights from Malé to Colombo delayed?
About 12% of weekly flights between Malé and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 87 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Malé to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Malé to Colombo flights?
Over the past year, Chongqing Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 1 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and flydubai from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
If you book a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Malé, you will be flying from Male, which is the city’s only airport. Male (MLE) is located 2.8 km from the centre of Malé. There are 18 flights from Male to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 3 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport return from ₹ 18,991. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from ₹ 21,568, and Emirates, from ₹ 28,218. These flights start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Before booking your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Malé, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Maldivian (100%), Chongqing Airlines (100%), China Southern( 100%).
Can I find deals for flights from Malé to Colombo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Malé to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Malé to Colombo?
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Can I find deals for business class flights from Malé to Colombo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malé to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₹ 19,411). Flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 22,376). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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