On this page, you can find and book flights for the Colombo — Male route. Traveling between the cities doesn't take much time, as the distance is only 767 km, and flight frequency reaches 51 departures per week.
Direct flights and connection options are offered by SriLankan Airlines, Emirates, and flydubai. Ticket prices are dynamic, so to find the best deal, use the price chart and information on how to get to Colombo airport or how to get from Male airport.
The table shows direct flights Colombo → Male on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by SriLankan Airlines, FLEX FLIGHT APS, FitsAir and Emirates. Departures from Bandaranaike International Airport airports, arrivals at Velana International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Colombo — Male by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 543 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 989 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Colombo → Male, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 903 | high | May | AED 602 | low | Sep | AED 552 | low |
| Feb | AED 852 | high | Jun | AED 577 | low | Oct | AED 527 | low |
| Mar | AED 752 | medium | Jul | AED 677 | medium | Nov | AED 652 | medium |
| Apr | AED 702 | medium | Aug | AED 727 | medium | Dec | AED 953 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Climate conditions in Male remain stable throughout the year; however, April is considered the hottest period with an average temperature of 28.9°C. The highest amount of rainfall occurs in November (320 mm), making this month less suitable for a beach holiday due to the high probability of prolonged rain.
The minimum airfare is recorded in December, starting AED 543. The most expensive month for flying is May, when the starting price increases to AED 989, which significantly exceeds the annual average.
August can be considered a good time for a trip, as tickets cost AED 551 with relatively favorable weather. It is recommended to avoid flying in late spring if budget saving is a priority.
There are 6 airlines operating on the Colombo to Male route, with SriLankan Airlines and Emirates being the primary carriers. Most flights are direct, providing a quick connection between the cities with a total frequency of about 51 departures per week. Detailed information about the days of the week and route options can be found in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Colombo — Male depart from Bandaranaike International Airport and arrive at Velana International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average direct flight time is about 1 hour 15 minutes, as the cities are separated by a distance of only 767 km.
Regular flights are operated by SriLankan Airlines, Emirates, flydubai, Gulf Air, and other international carriers.
Yes, there is a high-frequency direct air connection between the cities, with about 51 flights per week.
Airfares are constantly changing depending on demand; you can check the current minimum for your dates in the low price calendar.
All international flights arrive at Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (MLE), located near the capital of the Maldives.
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