$421 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Male (MLE)

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Popular airlines from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Male (LAX-MLE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $421 for one-way flights and $786 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 23
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$786 Roundtrip, just found
$786
Roundtrip
just found
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $786 just found
Sichuan Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 20
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$850 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$850
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $850 found 1 day ago
Etihad Airways
Tue, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 13
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,132 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,132
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $1,132 found 4 days ago
Saudia
Sat, Nov 29 - Fri, Dec 5
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,241 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,241
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Sat, Nov 29 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $1,241 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 19
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,264 Roundtrip, just found
$1,264
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, Jan 19, priced at $1,264 just found
Turkish Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 12
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,270 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,270
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Fri, Dec 12, priced at $1,270 found 4 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Sun, Mar 22 - Sat, Mar 28
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,344 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,344
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 22 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sat, Mar 28, priced at $1,344 found 1 hour ago
SriLankan Airlines
Sun, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 15
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,436 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$1,436
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $1,436 found 13 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 10
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,452 Roundtrip, just found
$1,452
Roundtrip
just found
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $1,452 just found
Emirates
Wed, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 19
LAX
Los Angeles
MLE
Malé
$1,459 Roundtrip, just found
$1,459
Roundtrip
just found
Select Emirates flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from Los Angeles to Malé, returning Mon, Jan 19, priced at $1,459 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Malé (MLE)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $884 - $1,397 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Malé

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Velana Intl. MLE. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 4 minutes. Flights from $1,277
MLE
Velana Intl.
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Average driving time to city center4 min
Flights from $1,277

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $421 or cheap return flight from $786 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)?
November is the most affordable month to fly from LAX to MLE. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to scoring lower fares.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll fly you from LAX to MLE. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up the best deal available.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)?
There aren't any daily nonstop flights departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be cruising above the clouds before you know it.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to MLE?
You'll typically find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays tend to be the busiest.* However this can change from season to season and during public holidays or peak travel times.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)?
Choose a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) last-minute?
Booking your flight from LAX to MLE just before your journey is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to MLE flight and hotel package?
Opting for a LAX to MLE flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Select from our extensive range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Velana Intl. Airport (MLE)?
If you reserved your LAX to MLE flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Velana Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Delta, Emirates, Etihad Airways, ITA Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$786
Distance
9689 mi

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Los Angeles to Male Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Male

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Male are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Male with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Male

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Male: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Male

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Male in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $421 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Male flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Los Angeles to Male Flights
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