The iconic Sun Island in the Maldives, a pristine beach destination known for its crystal-clear waters and white-sand beaches.

Maldives

Location

Indian Ocean - island nation south of Sri Lanka

Best Time to Visit

Clear water is during the dry season from Dec-Apr. High-season conditions occur Jan-March

✈️ The Maldives is famous for crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and luxury island resorts, making it a dream destination for relaxation and romance.

Popular routes from Sri Lanka

Plan your trip from Colombo (CMB) to Maldives. Open a route page to compare fares, then continue to airline pages for baggage, network, and booking details.

Airlines that fly from Colombo

These airlines operate to Colombo and connect onwards to Maldives. Open an airline page for routes, baggage, and check-in information.

Travel information

Check entry rules, airport guides, and the best time to visit before you book flights from Sri Lanka to Maldives.

Best Time to Visit

Clear water is during the dry season from Dec-Apr. High-season conditions occur Jan-March

Visa and entry

Many travellers receive a visa on arrival in Malé for tourism, subject to a valid passport, return ticket, and sufficient funds. Confirm current Maldives entry rules before you fly.

Airport guides

Read arrivals, transfers, and ground transport tips for Colombo and gateway airports in Maldives.

Route availability and visa rules can change. Confirm the latest schedules and entry requirements before you travel to Maldives.

Sri Lanka toMaldives FAQs

A typical nonstop flight from Colombo to Malé takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. Connecting flights can take longer depending on the layover. Compare live schedules on iCanFly for your dates.

Attractions & Places to Visit

Relax on one of the Maldives’ most popular resort islands, offering sandy beaches, water sports, snorkeling, and stunning sunsets.

Maldives

Sun Island

Relax on one of the Maldives’ most popular resort islands, offering sandy beaches, water sports, snorkeling, and stunning sunsets.

Experience a rare natural sight where bioluminescent plankton light up the shoreline at night, creating a glowing blue effect.

Maldives

Glowing Beach

Experience a rare natural sight where bioluminescent plankton light up the shoreline at night, creating a glowing blue effect.

Discover a quiet southern atoll known for rich marine life, historic sites, and a slower pace away from busy resort areas.

Maldives

Addu Atoll

Discover a quiet southern atoll known for rich marine life, historic sites, and a slower pace away from busy resort areas.

Enjoy a peaceful private island with overwater villas, calm lagoons, and crystal-clear waters -ideal for relaxation and honeymoon stays.

Maldives

Como Cocoa Island

Enjoy a peaceful private island with overwater villas, calm lagoons, and crystal-clear waters -ideal for relaxation and honeymoon stays.

Explore the capital of the Maldives, where local markets, mosques, and coastal views offer insight into everyday island life.

Maldives

Malé City

Explore the capital of the Maldives, where local markets, mosques, and coastal views offer insight into everyday island life.

A lively local island popular for affordable stays, water sports, island hopping tours, and an authentic taste of Maldivian culture.

Maldives

Maafushi Island

A lively local island popular for affordable stays, water sports, island hopping tours, and an authentic taste of Maldivian culture.

Culture

Sunset over Maldives beach with clear blue water and white sand, symbolizing the Maldives as a tropical paradise destination - presented by icanfly.

Island Lifestyle

Daily life is shaped by the sea, fishing traditions, and close-knit island communities.

Islamic Heritage

Mosques, customs, and traditions reflect the Maldives’ Islamic culture.

Traditional Music & Dance

Bodu Beru music and drumming are central to local celebrations.

Seafaring Traditions

Boat building and ocean navigation remain part of Maldivian heritage.

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