Here's how you can use points and miles from your travel rewards credit cards to get to — and stay in — the Maldives for a fraction of the usual cost. We're focused here on the rewards and perks that come with each card. These cards won't be worth it if you're paying interest or late fees. When using a credit card, it's important to pay your balance in full each month, make payments on time, and only spend what you can afford to pay. How to use credit card rewards for flights to the Maldives Prior to COVID-19, there were tons of options for getting to the Maldives using award miles. Some of those options have been temporarily limited, while others have been axed permanently. Don't fret, because there are still some truly spectacular options for flying to Malé, the capital, in style.