Travelzeego's Maldives tour packages from India start from approx. ₹2,11,000 per person (USD 2,519, double sharing). Direct flights connect Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi to Malé, with flight times ranging from under 2 hours from Kochi to around 4 hours 15 minutes from Delhi. Indian passport holders get a free 30-day visa on arrival at Malé. November through April is the sweet spot for weather, with Christmas–New Year and Diwali being the peak booking periods.
Updated 2026-10-29 · For travellers from India — flying from Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM), Bengaluru (BLR), Chennai (MAA), Hyderabad (HYD), Kolkata (CCU), Kochi (COK) and other international airports
The Maldives sits just 2–4 hours from most Indian cities, yet feels like an entirely different world, turquoise lagoons, overwater villas, house reefs alive with marine life. A pace of life built entirely around doing as little as possible. For Indian travellers, it is one of the most straightforward international trips you can make: free visa on arrival, direct flights from several Indian airports, and no language barrier worth worrying about. Travelzeego puts together Maldives packages for every kind of Indian traveller, honeymooners after a private overwater escape, families wanting a coral island resort with a proper kids' programme, scuba divers chasing reef sharks and whale sharks. Those who simply want everything taken care of the moment they land. All prices are per person on double sharing; package costs below are in USD with an indicative INR equivalent (exchange rates move, we lock in your INR figure at booking).
Several Indian cities have direct, non-stop flights to Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé. Confirmed direct routes run from Kochi (COK), Thiruvananthapuram (TRV), Bengaluru (BLR), Mumbai (BOM) and Delhi (DEL). IndiGo and Air India operate the highest frequencies on these routes, with Maldivian, the Maldives' national carrier, also serving select South Indian cities. Mumbai and Delhi have the most weekly departures overall. Flying from South India? Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram or Bengaluru give you the shortest flight times (under 3 hours) and often the keenest fares. Kochi is the closest of all, a mere 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours away. Travellers from Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad and most other Indian cities typically connect via Mumbai, Delhi or Colombo. Return economy fares vary, budget approx. ₹25,000–₹60,000 per person depending on your departure city, airline, season and how early you book.
The Maldives runs on two broad seasons. The dry season covers roughly November to April, calmer seas, fabulous visibility for diving and snorkelling, lower humidity, and the kind of skies you see on screensavers. The wet season (May to October) brings more rain and occasional rough water, though resorts run year-round and prices can drop noticeably. For Indian travellers, the key peaks are Christmas and New Year (the priciest period, book well ahead), the Diwali long weekend in October–November, Indian school summer holidays in April–June (warm and sometimes rainy in the Maldives, but hugely popular with families), and Holi long weekends. November through February is generally the sweet spot, gorgeous weather and more availability than the Christmas crunch.
Good news: Indian passport holders receive a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Velana International Airport (MLE). No advance application, no embassy visit, no visa fee. Before you fly, complete the IMUGA Traveller Declaration online within 96 hours (four days) of your scheduled arrival. At the immigration counter, carry your valid Indian passport, a confirmed return or onward ticket, and your accommodation booking confirmation. The Maldives recommends at least 6 months of passport validity from your date of arrival, airlines will enforce this too, so renew early if your passport is close to expiry. The visa can be extended up to 90 days total by applying at Maldives Immigration. Visa rules can change, so always verify the latest entry requirements on the official Maldives Immigration website before booking.
A Maldives trip from India can span everything from a budget guesthouse stay on a local island to a full luxury overwater villa experience. For a package holiday, Travelzeego's Maldives packages start from approx. USD 2,519 per person (double sharing), roughly ₹2,11,000 at indicative exchange rates, for a 5-night family coral island stay with half-board meals and speedboat transfers included. Honeymoon and luxury tiers go higher. On top of the package price, budget for your return flights from India, travel insurance, tips and personal spending at the resort, any optional excursions outside your package. TCS (Tax Collected at Source) of 2% on the package cost, collected by Travelzeego at booking (see the Money section below). See the full budget breakdown below.
Day 1: Fly from your Indian city to Malé (MLE). Clear immigration (free visa on arrival), collect your speedboat or seaplane transfer and reach your resort. Check in, walk the beach, dinner at the resort. Day 2: Morning snorkelling on the house reef; afternoon at leisure or sign up for an introductory dive. Half-board dinner included. Day 3: Full-day whale shark spotting excursion by shared boat (included in the Family Fun and Diver's Paradise packages). Manta rays and reef sharks are often spotted on the same trip. Day 4: For honeymooners, private sandbank picnic and couples' spa treatment (included in the Honeymoon Overwater Bliss Escape). For divers, second and third guided boat dives (included in the Scuba & Adventure Diver's Paradise). For families, Kids' Club in the morning, parents' spa break in the afternoon. Day 5: All-inclusive guests get a morning guided scuba dive, then non-motorised water sports, kayaking, paddleboarding, glass-bottom kayak. Sunset cruise or cocktails on the jetty. Day 6 (for 6–7 night packages): A leisurely final day. Read, swim, enjoy one last meal at the resort. Check out and transfer back to Malé for an evening or overnight flight home to India. Packages matched: 5-night Maldives Family Fun Coral Island Adventure (families), 6-night Maldives Scuba & Adventure Diver's Paradise (divers), 6-night Maldives Honeymoon Overwater Bliss Escape (couples), 7-night Maldives Luxury All-Inclusive Island Retreat (those who want everything included).
Maldives resorts price everything in US Dollars and accept major international cards freely. The Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR) is the official currency, but Indian Rupees are not accepted at resorts. An USD forex card loaded before departure is the most practical option, it avoids dynamic currency conversion fees and keeps spending easy to track. Indian debit and credit cards on Visa or Mastercard generally work at resorts; check your bank's international transaction fees before you travel. UPI does not work at Maldives resorts. Keep some USD cash for tips and small purchases on local islands. TCS note: under Indian tax rules effective 1 April 2026, when you book an overseas tour package through an Indian operator like Travelzeego, a flat 2% TCS is collected on the total package value from the first rupee, no minimum threshold. This amount is recorded against your PAN and can be claimed as a credit when you file your income tax return (ITR). It is not a lost cost. Under the LRS, resident Indians can remit up to USD 2,50,000 per financial year for travel and related purposes. Always check the latest RBI and Income Tax rules before booking.
| From | Direct | Flight time |
|---|---|---|
| Kochi (COK) | Yes | approx. 1 h 30 min – 2 h |
| Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) | Yes | approx. 1 h 45 min – 2 h |
| Bengaluru (BLR) | Yes | approx. 2 h 30 min |
| Mumbai (BOM) | Yes | approx. 3 h |
| Delhi (DEL) | Yes | approx. 4 h 15 min |
| Chennai (MAA) | Via a hub | approx. 4–6 h via Mumbai or Colombo |
| Hyderabad (HYD) | Via a hub | approx. 5–7 h via Mumbai or Delhi |
| Kolkata (CCU) | Via a hub | approx. 6–8 h via Mumbai or Delhi |
| Return flights from India (economy, per person) | approx. ₹25,000 – ₹60,000 |
|---|---|
| Travelzeego Maldives package — Family Fun Coral Island Adventure (5 nights, per person, double sharing) | from approx. ₹2,11,000 (USD 2,519) |
| Travelzeego Maldives package — Scuba & Adventure Diver's Paradise (6 nights, per person, double sharing) | from approx. ₹2,42,000 (USD 2,879) |
| Travelzeego Maldives package — Honeymoon Overwater Bliss Escape (6 nights, per person, double sharing) | from approx. ₹3,55,000 (USD 4,229) |
| Travelzeego Maldives package — Luxury All-Inclusive Island Retreat (7 nights, per person, double sharing) | from approx. ₹5,33,000 (USD 6,349) |
| TCS on package cost (2% flat, collected at booking, claimable in ITR) | approx. ₹4,200 – ₹10,700 per person depending on package |
| Travel insurance (recommended, per person, per trip) | approx. ₹1,500 – ₹4,000 |
| Personal spending, tips, optional excursions at resort | approx. ₹10,000 – ₹30,000 per person depending on lifestyle |
No advance visa is required. Indian passport holders receive a free 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Velana International Airport in Malé. You do need to complete the IMUGA Traveller Declaration online within 96 hours before your flight, and carry a confirmed accommodation booking and return ticket at immigration. Always verify the latest rules on the Maldives Immigration website before you travel.
Confirmed direct (non-stop) routes from India to Malé (MLE) operate from Kochi (COK), Thiruvananthapuram (TRV), Bengaluru (BLR), Mumbai (BOM) and Delhi (DEL). IndiGo, Air India and Maldivian are the main carriers. Travellers from Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad and most other Indian cities typically connect via Mumbai, Delhi or Colombo.
It depends on where you fly from. Kochi is the closest, just 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours on a direct flight. Thiruvananthapuram is around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours, Bengaluru about 2 hours 30 minutes, Mumbai around 3 hours, and Delhi approximately 4 hours 15 minutes direct. Connecting via a hub adds a layover; total journey time is usually 5–8 hours from most other Indian cities.
Yes. When you book an overseas tour package through an Indian operator like Travelzeego, Tax Collected at Source (TCS) applies at a flat 2% on the total package cost from the first rupee, no minimum threshold, effective 1 April 2026. Travelzeego collects this at booking and it is recorded against your PAN. The full TCS amount can be claimed as a credit when you file your income tax return (ITR), so it is not a lost cost.
Very much so. The Maldives is calm, English-friendly, visa-free on arrival and just 2–4 hours from India by air. The Maldives Family Fun Coral Island Adventure package includes 5 nights in a family beach villa at a 4-star resort, daily breakfast and dinner, speedboat transfers, a whale shark spotting excursion and Kids' Club access for children aged 4–12, all bundled, so you are not paying for extras once you are on the island.
The Maldives Honeymoon Overwater Bliss Escape is priced from USD 4,229 per person (approx. ₹3,55,000 per person at indicative exchange rates), double sharing, from approx. ₹7,10,000 for two. This 6-night stay includes an overwater pool villa at a 5-star resort, seaplane transfers, a private sandbank picnic and a 60-minute couples' spa treatment. Return flights from India are additional.
UPI is not accepted at Maldives resorts. Indian debit and credit cards on Visa or Mastercard generally work at resorts, but check your bank's international transaction fees before you travel. Most travellers from India load an USD forex card before departure, it is practical, avoids conversion fees at the resort and keeps spending easy to track. Carry some USD cash for tips and local island visits.
The April–June Indian school summer holiday window falls partly in the Maldives' wet season (May–October), so there is a higher chance of rain and occasional rough seas, but resorts operate fully and families still have a fabulous time. Prices can be softer than peak dry season. For reliable sunshine, aim for the Diwali window in October–November or December–January. Book at least 2–3 months ahead for any of these periods, as family-friendly resort villas sell out fast.
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