Al-Shafi Mosque in old Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, founded 1250 (1) (50702752273), Jeddah — flights from Male to Jeddah
MaléJeddah, Saudi Arabia

Flights from Malé to Jeddah

Nonstop flights from Malé (MLE) to Jeddah (JED) take about 5h 44m (4,184 km). Saudia flies it. Lowest fare seen: $922 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Jeddah: Richard Mortel from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Jeddah

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

Airport transfer

JED → Jeddah, 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 faresJED to Jeddah: getting into town →

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Airlines flying Malé to Jeddah

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

✈ Saudianonstop fare seen

Malé to Jeddah fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $922 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $294. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$92631 Oct 2026 · Saudia$355 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$9221 Nov 2026 · Saudia$315 · 1 stop26 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$102030 Dec 2026 · Saudia$357 · 1 stop29 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$94612 Jan 2027 · Saudia$294 · 1 stop12 Jan 2027
Jun 2027$15209 Jun 2027 · Saudia$322 · 1 stop5 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $315 for November 2026, $294 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 Jeddah, 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 Jeddah

Based on weather and travel conditions in Saudi Arabia

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

The cooler months (October–April) are best for sightseeing. Plan visits around major Islamic events (Ramadan, Hajj) as prices and crowds surge — or embrace the unique cultural experience.

Peak season: October – April

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Frequently asked questions — Malé to Jeddah flights

How long is the flight from Malé to Jeddah?
A nonstop flight from Malé (MLE) to Jeddah (JED) takes about 5h 44m, covering 4,184 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 Jeddah by air?
The great-circle distance between Velana International Airport and King Abdulaziz International Airport is 4,184 km (2,600 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Malé to Jeddah?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MLE–JED route include Saudia. 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 Jeddah cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MLE–JED was $922 USD with Saudia (nonstop), departing 1 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 Jeddah?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $294 one-way, against $357 for December 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 Jeddah?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $294 with one stop against $922 nonstop, a saving of $628. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Malé to Saudi Arabia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Saudi Arabia 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 Jeddah?
The cooler months (October–April) are best for sightseeing. Plan visits around major Islamic events (Ramadan, Hajj) as prices and crowds surge — or embrace the unique cultural experience.

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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