First time planning a Maldives trip. What's a realistic total budget for a week including flights, resort, meals, and activities? We're coming from Dubai.
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MT Editorial · Apr 2026Best answer
From Dubai, budget roughly $3,000–5,000 per person for a week at a mid-range resort (4-star, half-board). Breakdown: flights $400–600 return, resort $250–500/night, seaplane/speedboat transfer $200–500 return, activities $200–400, and a buffer for drinks and spa. Going all-inclusive can actually save money — Lily Beach or Siyam World packages include everything. The biggest variable is which resort you choose — that single decision determines 70% of your total cost.
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