Skyline of Beijing CBD with B-5906 approaching (20211016171955), Beijing — flights from Male to Beijing
MaléBeijing, China

Flights from Malé to Beijing

Nonstop flights from Malé (MLE) to Beijing (PEK) take about 7h 50m (5,871 km). Maldivian flies it. Lowest fare seen: $455 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Beijing: N509FZ, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Beijing

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A stunning aerial view of ancient Chinese architecture with Beijing's city skyline in the background. — arriving in Beijing

Airport transfer

PEK → Beijing, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Male →2 lounges at Male AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresPEK to Beijing: getting into town →

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Airlines flying Malé to Beijing

Carriers on MLE–PEK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Maldiviannonstop fare seen

Malé to Beijing fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $357 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$68929 Oct 2026 · Maldivian$416 · 2 stops28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$3578 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$3602 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$37822 Jan 2027$360 · 1 stop5 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$53728 Feb 2027$377 · 2 stops20 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$46318 Mar 2027 · Maldivian$389 · 1 stop1 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$45815 Apr 2027 · Maldivian$397 · 1 stop20 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $357 for November 2026, $360 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Malé to Beijing, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Beijing

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Malé to Beijing flights

How long is the flight from Malé to Beijing?
A nonstop flight from Malé (MLE) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 7h 50m, covering 5,871 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Malé from Beijing by air?
The great-circle distance between Velana International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport is 5,871 km (3,648 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Malé to Beijing?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MLE–PEK route include Maldivian. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Malé to Beijing cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MLE–PEK was $455 USD with Maldivian (nonstop), departing 12 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Malé to Beijing?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $357 one-way, against $416 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Malé to Beijing?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $360 with one stop against $455 nonstop, a saving of $95. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Malé to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Beijing?
China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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