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Maldives holidays
Best time to visit Maldives
The strongest period is December to April. May and November are good shoulder-season alternatives if you prefer fewer crowds. Daytime highs average about 31°C across the main season. Some rain is likely, even in the better months.
How much does a trip to Maldives cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £205 a day at the budget end, around £280 a day mid-range and £700+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £2200 to £3070 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £470 off-peak, £600 typically and £850 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes. Available accommodation spans comfortable, premium and luxury. The quiz prices the highest available tier that fits your selected minimum and total budget.
What kind of holiday is Maldives?
Maldives is strongest for beaches and coastal time, switching off, romance, and diving and watersports. The main settings are tropical islands and coastal scenery, and the pace is relaxing.
Strong fit if
- You want beaches and coastal time, switching off, romance, and diving and watersports.
- You prefer a slower, more restful pace.
- You are comfortable with a well-known destination.
Think twice if
- You need the cheapest possible version of the trip.
- You want a packed, high-energy itinerary every day.
- You want lively nightlife every evening.
Travel from the UK
Allow roughly 10.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time. This is long-haul travel, so allowing at least a week usually makes sense.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Maldives?
The strongest period is December to April. May and November are also worth considering for lower crowds. Main-season daytime highs average about 31°C. Some rain is likely, even in the better months.
How much does a trip to Maldives cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £205 a day at the budget end, around £280 a day mid-range and £700+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £2200 to £3070 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £470 off-peak, £600 typically and £850 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes.
How long is the flight or journey to Maldives from the UK?
Allow roughly 10.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time.
Who is Maldives good for?
Maldives best suits travellers looking for beaches and coastal time, switching off, romance, and diving and watersports. Expect tropical islands and coastal scenery, with a relaxing pace.