Where the money goes
Per person, for a couple flying from Delhi, 5 nights in 4-star hotels in October:
| Cost | Per person |
|---|
| Flights | ₹31,000 |
| Hotels | ₹52,500 |
| Sightseeing & transfers | ₹35,500 |
| Food | ₹24,000 |
| Visa & insurance | ₹500 |
| Total estimate | ₹1,43,500 |
Budget, mid-range or luxury
| Style | Per person | Couple total |
|---|
| Budget | ₹89,500 – ₹1,11,000 | ₹1,98,500 |
| Mid-range | ₹1,29,000 – ₹1,61,000 | ₹2,87,000 |
| Luxury | ₹2,05,500 – ₹2,56,000 | ₹4,57,000 |
Budget: 3-star, cheapest month, flying from Bengaluru. Mid-range: 4-star, October, from Delhi. Luxury: 5-star, October, from Delhi.
Where to go in Maldives
Resorts sit on private islands and need a speedboat or seaplane transfer, which can cost as much as your flight. Local islands such as Maafushi or Thulusdhoo have guesthouses at a fraction of the price, with public ferries.
Maldives trip cost by departure city
Per person, couple sharing a room, 5 nights in October:
| From | 3-star | 4-star | 5-star |
|---|
| Delhi | ₹1,13,500 | ₹1,43,500 | ₹2,28,500 |
| Mumbai | ₹1,11,000 | ₹1,41,000 | ₹2,26,000 |
| Bengaluru | ₹1,09,000 | ₹1,39,000 | ₹2,24,000 |
| Chennai | ₹1,09,500 | ₹1,39,500 | ₹2,24,500 |
| Kolkata | ₹1,16,000 | ₹1,46,000 | ₹2,31,000 |
| Hyderabad | ₹1,11,500 | ₹1,41,500 | ₹2,26,500 |
Maldives trip cost by month
December to April is dry season and peak pricing, with Christmas and New Year the most expensive weeks. May to October brings more rain and the best resort deals, often 20% lower. October is a good shoulder month.
| Month | Per person (4-star, from Delhi) | Season |
|---|
| January | ₹1,58,500 | Peak |
| February | ₹1,56,000 | Peak |
| March | ₹1,52,000 | Peak |
| April | ₹1,45,500 | Shoulder |
| May | ₹1,32,000 | Off-peak |
| June | ₹1,27,000 | Off-peak |
| July | ₹1,28,500 | Off-peak |
| August | ₹1,30,000 | Off-peak |
| September | ₹1,34,500 | Off-peak |
| October | ₹1,43,500 | Shoulder |
| November | ₹1,48,500 | Shoulder |
| December | ₹1,68,500 | Peak |
Maldives visa for Indians
Free 30-day visa on arrival for all nationalities, including India. Rules change, so check the official source before you travel.
How to save on a Maldives trip
- Choose a speedboat-transfer resort near Malé instead of a seaplane resort.
- Pick a half-board or full-board plan: à la carte resort meals are expensive.
- Split your stay: two nights at a local island guesthouse, two at a resort.
- Travel May–September for the lowest resort rates.
Maldives trip cost FAQs
How much does a Maldives trip cost from India?
For a couple flying from Delhi on a 5-night trip in 4-star hotels, plan about ₹1,14,000 – ₹1,42,000 per person in June and ₹1,52,000 – ₹1,89,000 in December, including return flights, hotels, food, sightseeing and visa. Use the calculator above for your city and dates.
Do Indians need a visa for the Maldives?
No advance visa is needed. Indians get a free 30-day visa on arrival with a confirmed stay and return ticket.
Why are Maldives transfers so expensive?
Most resorts are on private islands. Speedboats and seaplanes are run by the resort and priced per person, often ₹15,000–₹45,000 return.
What is the cheapest time to visit the Maldives?
June to September usually has the lowest resort prices because of the rainy season.
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