COK - MLE

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Cheapest return flight
₹ 26,070
Typical prices: ₹ 26,056-₹ 32,583
IndiGo
Thu 1/2Thu 15/2
COK - MLE • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 10,784
Typical prices: ₹ 10,119-₹ 16,827
SriLankan Airlines
Fri 7/12
COK - MLE • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with IndiGo and Maldivian. Average duration is 1h 31m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 25,781 (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kochi to Malé (COK-MLE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kochi to Malé

Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
IndiGo Logo
13:50 - 14:50COK  Kochi-MLE Male
1h 30mdirect
IndiGo Logo
15:50 - 17:45MLE  Male-COK Kochi
1h 25mdirect
₹ 26,070IndiGo
15 hours ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
IndiGo Logo
13:50 - 14:50COK  Kochi-MLE Male
1h 30mdirect
IndiGo Logo
15:50 - 17:45MLE  Male-COK Kochi
1h 25mdirect
₹ 26,164IndiGo
3+ days ago
Fri, 12 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
IndiGo Logo
13:50 - 14:50COK  Kochi-MLE Male
1h 30mdirect
IndiGo Logo
15:50 - 17:45MLE  Male-COK Kochi
1h 25mdirect
₹ 26,258IndiGo
3+ days ago
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:15 - 08:15COK  Kochi-MLE Male
16h 30m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 17:45MLE  Male-COK Kochi
1h 25mdirect
₹ 26,539Multiple Airlines
20 hours ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:15 - 19:45COK  Kochi-MLE Male
4h 00m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 17:45MLE  Male-COK Kochi
1h 25mdirect
₹ 27,383Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:15 - 08:15COK  Kochi-MLE Male
16h 30m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 17:45MLE  Male-COK Kochi
1h 25mdirect
₹ 27,477Multiple Airlines
15 hours ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
SriLankan Airlines Logo
16:15 - 19:45COK  Kochi-MLE Male
4h 00m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
09:25 - 15:15MLE  Male-COK Kochi
5h 20m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 28,415SriLankan Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
SriLankan Airlines Logo
16:15 - 19:45COK  Kochi-MLE Male
4h 00m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
20:55 - 09:15MLE  Male-COK Kochi
11h 50m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 28,415SriLankan Airlines
20 hours ago
Thu, 21 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Maldivian Logo
01:40 - 02:40COK  Kochi-MLE Male
1h 30mdirect
Maldivian Logo
13:00 - 15:00MLE  Male-COK Kochi
1h 30mdirect
₹ 29,821Maldivian
3+ days ago
Fri, 22 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
Maldivian Logo
16:00 - 17:00COK  Kochi-MLE Male
1h 30mdirect
Maldivian Logo
11:00 - 13:00MLE  Male-COK Kochi
1h 30mdirect
₹ 29,821Maldivian
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Kochi to Malé flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Kochi to Malé?

Return flights from Kochi to Malé typically range from ₹ 26,056 to ₹ 32,583. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 26,070 on IndiGo.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kochi to Malé?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kochi to Malé. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kochi to Malé?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Kochi to Malé at ₹ 25,508 return.
•January (₹ 34,885) and August (₹ 33,197) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kochi to Malé the cheapest?

Flights from Kochi to Malé are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kochi to Malé flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

₹ 10,784
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Kochi to Malé

When to book flights from Kochi to Malé

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kochi to Malé based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kochi to Malé flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kochi to Malé?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kochi to Malé:

    • Earliest: departs at 01:40 and lands at 03:11
    • Latest: departs at 23:40 and lands at 01:11.

    The flight takes about 1h 31m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kochi to Malé?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Kochi to Malé.

  • How long is a flight from Kochi to Malé?

    A direct flight from Kochi to Malé takes 1h 31m, covering 1,181 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kochi to Malé?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kochi to Malé flight?

    Return flights from Kochi to Malé range from ₹ 26,056 to ₹ 32,583, with an average of ₹ 29,760 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 26,056 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kochi to Malé flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the ₹ 29,760 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Kochi to Malé?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 25,781 return via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), compared with ₹ 29,825 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kochi to Malé?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Maldivian and IndiGo. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Kochi to Malé spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Kochi to Malé flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Kochi to Malé changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 26,070 to ₹ 146,944. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kochi to Malé looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kochi to Malé are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 13,813, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kochi to Malé?

    Flights from Kochi to Malé usually depart from Kochi (COK) and arrive at Male (MLE).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kochi to Malé?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kochi to Malé?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kochi to Malé route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kochi to Malé pass through?

    Connecting flights from Kochi to Malé most commonly pass through:

    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 97% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kochi to Malé?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Kochi to Malé. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 27,852 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ₹ 30,478, a difference of ₹ 2,626.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Kochi to Malé?

    2 airlines operate flights between Kochi and Malé. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • IndiGo
    • Maldivian

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Kochi to Malé?

    Flying via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 08m, compared to 12h 32m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What popular places can I visit in Malé?

    Male Fish Market is one of the most viewed places in Malé on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kochi to Malé flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • IndiGo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Maldivian: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Hahn Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Kochi to Malé flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ₹ 27,852, which is about ₹ 2,626 less than Thursday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kochi to Malé trip for March. Fares historically average ₹ 25,508 return in that month – typically ₹ 9,378 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with IndiGo. Over the past three months, 94% of IndiGo flights from Kochi to Malé arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 37m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 25,781 return on this route – about ₹ 4,045 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Male Airport.

    • Samann Grand
    • H78 Maldives
    • Summer Beach Maldives

Prefer to fly direct from Kochi to Male?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kochi Airport to Male Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kochi to Male

Monday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Tuesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Wednesday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Thursday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Friday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Saturday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Sunday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

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Direct returns

Male to Kochi

Monday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Tuesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Wednesday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Thursday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Friday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Saturday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

Sunday

IndiGo,Maldivian

IndiGo,Maldivian

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