A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Istanbul to Male:
Istanbul airports overview
Male airports overview
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Cheapest one way flight
$215
Azerbaijan Airlines
1 transfer
19h 25m
12/03/2025
The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul to Male departs on 12/03/2025, is operated by Azerbaijan Airlines and costs $215
Cheapest round trip flight
$423
Air Arabia
1 transfer
22h 5m
02/16/2026
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Istanbul to Male departs on 02/16/2026, is operated by Air Arabia and costs $423
The fastest flight
9h 55m
Fastest flight from Istanbul to Male takes 9h 55m
Direct flights
No direct flights
There are no direct flights on this route.
Earliest flight
2:10 AM
Latest flight
2:35 AM
Average flight duration
9h 36m
Direct flights count
4
Distance
6040km
Timezone difference
2h
The distance between Istanbul and Male is 6040km (3745 miles). The average flight duration is 9h 36m. There are 4 direct flights from Istanbul to Male. The time difference between Istanbul and Male is 2h. Flights from Istanbul begin at 2:10 AM. The latest flight from Istanbul departs at 2:35 AM
November 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$217
September 2026
Highest price
on average:
$388
Avg Price
The route Istanbul — Male is served by many carriers — 12 in total, including Turkish Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, Air Arabia, Pegasus Airlines, Valuair, Kuwait Airways, Etihad Airways, East African Safari Air, Nas Air, Flyadeal, IndiGo, and Jazeera Airways. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $215) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
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How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to Male?
The cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to Male according to data for the last 48 hours costs $215
When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Istanbul — Male?
Often the best time to buy tickets from Istanbul to Male is 2 months before departure.
When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Istanbul to Male?
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Istanbul to Male can be found flying in these months: November, December, April.
How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Male?
The fastest flights from Istanbul to Male start from 9 hours 55 minutes in the air.
Which airline can fly direct from Istanbul to Male?
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Istanbul — Male: Turkish Airlines
In different months, ticket prices from Istanbul to Male vary: minimum — $217 (November 2025), maximum — $388 (September 2026). Typically, the flight costs $234–$274.
