Search Flights from Male to Abu Dhabi

Quick Flight Summary from Male to Abu Dhabi

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $ 320
  • Direct flight duration 4 hour
  • Direct airlines Etihad Airways
  • Arrival airports AUH / ZVJ / XSB
  • Best days to book Friday, Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $ 291

Cheapest flights from Male to Abu Dhabi

Best Price

IndiGo

IndiGo
5 Oct, Mon08:50
Male – Abu Dhabi
17h 40m
1 stop
MLE–AUH
$ 249
Cheapest Direct Flight

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
13 Sep, Sun09:40
Male – Abu Dhabi
4h
Non-stop
MLE–AUH
$ 252

IndiGo

IndiGo
2 Oct, Fri08:50
Male – Abu Dhabi
17h 40m
1 stop
MLE–AUH
$ 257

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways
22 Sep, Tue21:25
Male – Abu Dhabi
4h
Non-stop
MLE–AUH
$ 258

IndiGo

IndiGo
1 Oct, Thu08:50
Male – Abu Dhabi
17h 40m
1 stop
MLE–AUH
$ 260

IndiGo

IndiGo
4 Oct, Sun08:50
Male – Abu Dhabi
17h 40m
1 stop
MLE–AUH
$ 260

IndiGo

IndiGo
29 Sep, Tue15:15
Male – Abu Dhabi
13h 35m
1 stop
MLE–AUH
$ 265

IndiGo

IndiGo
3 Oct, Sat08:50
Male – Abu Dhabi
17h 40m
1 stop
MLE–AUH
$ 266

IndiGo

IndiGo
30 Sep, Wed15:15
Male – Abu Dhabi
13h 35m
1 stop
MLE–AUH
$ 268

Last update: 22 August 2026 07:18

Direct flights from Male to Abu Dhabi

Etihad Airways

Estimated Prices for Male to Abu Dhabi Flights

Cheapest Day16 September Wednesday
Best Price
$ 301
Average Price
$ 400
$ 550
$ 301
$ 474
22Sat
Aug
$ 533
23Sun
$ 463
24Mon
$ 534
25Tue
$ 446
26Wed
$ 418
27Thu
$ 446
28Fri
$ 490
29Sat
$ 550
30Sun
$ 453
31Mon
$ 362
01Tue
Sep
$ 386
02Wed
$ 385
03Thu
$ 419
04Fri
$ 419
05Sat
$ 369
06Sun
$ 377
07Mon
$ 325
08Tue
$ 407
09Wed
$ 371
10Thu
$ 331
11Fri
$ 345
12Sat
$ 378
13Sun
14Mon
$ 329
15Tue
$ 301
16Wed
$ 301
17Thu
$ 310
18Fri
$ 334
19Sat
$ 339
20Sun

Key Features of the Airlines

  • AJet
    • Budget Turkish Flights
    • Domestic Focus
    • Turkish Airlines Partner
  • Flynas
    • Best LCC Middle East
    • Flexible Rebooking
    • Wide Domestic Network
  • Pegasus Airlines
    • Turkey's LCC Leader
    • Digital-First Airline
    • Wide Turkish Network
  • EgyptAir
    • Star Alliance Member
    • Complimentary Meals
    • 2x23kg Baggage
  • flyadeal
    • Lowest Fares
    • Hajj & Umrah Specialist
    • Easy Mobile Booking

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Male City Center

Velana Intl. Airport

There are different sea and air transportation options to go from Male city center and other Maldivian islands to Male Airport. You can choose speedboat and sea plane as a means of sea transportation, or you can choose regional airplane service as a means of airway transportation.

Speedboat

The speedboat called the Dhoni in Maldives is one of the vehicles that will provide you with quick access to Male Airport. You can reach Male Airport quickly thanks to the speedboats which are mostly used for shorter distances.

Sea plane

You can reach Male Airport while enjoying a bird's-eye view with the sea planes. If you want to enjoy the unique natural beauty of Maldives and to have a pleasant and comfortable journey, you can choose sea planes.

Regional Plane

You can choose to go to Male Airport with regional airplanes from other islands in Maldives. There are 6 regional airports to choose from in Maldives. These are Dharavandhoo Airport, Kadhdhoo Airport, Fuvahmulah Airport, Kooddoo Airport, Kaadedhdhoo Airport and Hanimaadhoo Airport.

Airport Information

Male Airport, which is the largest airport in the Maldive Islands, is also the Maldives' only international airport. Male Airport on Hulhule Island, which is only one kilometer from Maldives' capital, Male, brings tourists from all over the world to the Maldives every year. Male Airport has three different terminal buildings where international and regional flights and sea plane flights are held from.

The airport has a health center where you can find all the health services and a pharmacy where you can get your medicines. There is also a babysitting room at the airport, where children are also considered. There is a computer room with internet access for those who need it, shower rooms, a mosque for Muslims, a private room for smokers at the airport, where wheeled luggage carrying vehicles make it easier for passengers.

In addition to these, bank ATMs, where you can make your money transactions, are located at the terminal where the regional flight are held from. In the main terminal, there is a mail office where you can post your mail. Services at Male Airport also include shopping and eating and drinking places. These places include Liquor & Tobacco, Perfumes & Cosmetics, Souvenirs, Confectionery, Courtvision Spice Shop, The Coffee Club, Tahi Express, Dome Male International Airport and Burger King.

Transportation to Abu Dhabi City Center from Airport

Zayed International Airport

Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers east of the city center. You can easily reach the city center by shuttle bus, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from companies located in the city center and at the airport.

Airport Shuttle

Some airline companies flying to Abu Dhabi International Airport offer a free 24-hour shuttle service which you can benefit to go both to the airport and the city center.

City Bus

You can reach the city by taking buses A1, which depart from the airport every 40 minutes.

Taxi

Taxi is one of the alternatives that can be considered to reach the city. The most common means of transport in Abu Dhabi is taxi. However, since demand is high, you can wait for a long time under heat. Almost all the taxis accept credit cards. If you are traveling for business purposes, buying a voucher may be beneficial.

Car Rental

Renting a car is one of the most reasonable options for transportation in Abu Dhabi. Because the United Arab Emirates is a fortunate country in terms of oil reserves, oil prices are quite low. If you want to take advantage of this, it is possible to find many car rental offices in the city center and at the airport.

Abu Dhabi Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Saturday
22 Aug
Cloudy
44°34°
Sunday
23 Aug
Clear
43°34°
Monday
24 Aug
Clear
42°33°
Tuesday
25 Aug
Clear
43°32°
Wednesday
26 Aug
Clear
43°31°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Male (Maldives)-Abu Dhabi flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Male (Maldives)-Abu Dhabi flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Male (Maldives)-Abu Dhabi flights, you can use Velana Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Bus Station, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Male (Maldives)-Abu Dhabi is 3047 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour 40 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Male (Maldives)-Abu Dhabi flights is Friday.
Etihad Airways organizes direct flights between Male (Maldives)-Abu Dhabi.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with IndiGo starts from approximately $ 275.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
IndiGo
$ 275
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage
Etihad Airways
$ 385
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Gulf Air
$ 407
1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 21.08.2026

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