Cheap flights from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from ₹ 16,526
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MLE — CMB
6 Oct — 13 Oct1
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 February or October, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Malé to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malé to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 September 2026.
Fri 6/1108:15 -
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Deal found 2/9₹ 28,331
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Deal found 3/9₹ 29,181
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Deal found 5/9₹ 29,559
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Deal found 6/9₹ 30,409
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Deal found 6/9₹ 31,070
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Deal found 6/9₹ 31,353
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Deal found 4/9₹ 31,542
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Deal found 3/9₹ 32,581
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Deal found 5/9₹ 33,053
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Deal found 5/9₹ 37,397
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Deal found 5/9₹ 37,775
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1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 5/9₹ 37,869
Best flights from Malé to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Malé to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
Sat 19/1208:15 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 28,331
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Deal found 2/9₹ 40,041
Mon 19/1008:15 -
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Sat 24/1011:15 -
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Deal found 5/9₹ 29,559
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Deal found 2/9₹ 61,762
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Deal found 6/9₹ 65,634
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Deal found 6/9₹ 30,409
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Deal found 2/9₹ 41,174
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Wed 23/911:15 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 47,880
Sat 10/1009:10 -
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Sat 17/1005:20 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 66,200
Sun 20/913:15 -
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Deal found 4/9₹ 51,657
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Fri 16/1003:10 -
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Deal found 2/9₹ 66,200
Thu 24/1215:15 -
1 stop33h 00m
Mon 28/1211:15 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 3/9₹ 67,050
Direct flights from Malé to Colombo
Explore direct flight options from Malé to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
Fri 6/1108:15 -
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Tue 10/1111:15 -
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Deal found 2/9₹ 28,331
Sun 11/1008:15 -
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Sat 24/1011:15 -
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Deal found 5/9₹ 29,559
Mon 21/908:15 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 30,409
Tue 22/1218:30 -
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Deal found 6/9₹ 31,070
Tue 6/1007:30 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 32,581
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Deal found 5/9₹ 33,053
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Deal found 6/9₹ 111,624
Last-minute flights from Malé to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Malé to Colombo. Data last updated 6 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 4/908:15 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 29,181
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Deal found 6/9₹ 31,353
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Deal found 4/9₹ 31,542
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Deal found 6/9₹ 30,409
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Deal found 3/9₹ 28,331
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Deal found 3/9₹ 32,581
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Deal found 2/9₹ 40,041
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Deal found 5/9₹ 29,559
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Deal found 5/9₹ 37,869
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Deal found 5/9₹ 33,053
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Deal found 5/9₹ 37,775
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Sat 31/1013:25 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 5/9₹ 37,397
One-way flights from Malé to Colombo
Search for one-way flight options from Malé to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
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Deal found 3/9₹ 26,253
Tue 22/1216:00 -
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Deal found 3/9₹ 35,980
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Deal found 3/9₹ 40,608
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Deal found 3/9₹ 152,988
Find flight deals from Malé to Colombo
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Malé to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
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MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Fri 18/9
08:05-10:05
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Fri 1/1
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Wed 17/2
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Sun 20/9
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Fri 22/1
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Sun 27/12
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Mon 19/10
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Sun 18/10
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Mon 28/12
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
MaléColombo
MLE Male - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MLECMB
Male
Wed 3/2
08:15-10:15
Nonstop1h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 16,526
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
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 85 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₹ 25,215). Flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 31,636). 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 6 September 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between ₹ 23,987 and ₹ 30,881 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 28,331 on flydubai (6 Nov–14 Nov).
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 6 September 2026.
The most flights from MLE to CMB are scheduled on a Saturday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).
How often are flights from Malé to Colombo delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between Malé and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 99 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?
Tuesday 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, Gulf Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% 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 6 September 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern,Gulf Air, andSriLankan Airlines 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.
Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
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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 21 flights from Male to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 5 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
A quick flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can take about 1h 30m. flydubai provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 28,331. Malé and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 777 km. Most flights are nonstop.
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 ₹ 13,517. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from ₹ 22,665, and SriLankan Airlines, from ₹ 23,410. These flights start at 52% 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: flynas (98%), Gulf Air (98%), Chongqing Airlines( 96%).
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?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Malé to Colombo.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₹ 25,215). Flying from Malé to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 31,636). 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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