Flying from Belfast to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Belfast. Belfast International Airport (BFS) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Malta International Airport (MLA) leaving from here.
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Belfast to Malta International Airport flight.
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Belfast. Malta International Airport is located in Valletta.
Choose from 2 direct flights a week between Belfast International Airport (BFS) and Malta International Airport (MLA). This is the most popular route, with Jet2 offering a 6am departure from BFS to MLA.
Your flight from Belfast to MLA won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a popular month such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
You can find a direct flight from Belfast to Malta International Airport (MLA) leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS).
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Belfast to Malta International Airport leaving from BFS. Book your ticket with one of these:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BFS and MLA is Jet2.
Among carriers on this route, Ryanair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Belfast to MLA with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BFS and MLA include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
BFS is about 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Malta International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Belfast International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BFS make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Malta International Airport. Check out these connections between George Best Belfast City Airport and MLA:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
You can get to BHD from central Belfast in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Belfast to MLA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Malta International Airport (MLA)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Malta International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near MLA and hit the pillow fast:
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Belfast to Malta International Airport flight.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to central Valletta is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Malta International Airport is ₹ 2,115. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 4,250. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Belfast to MLA by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Belfast to Malta International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Belfast to MLA.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast to Malta International Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is when most people book flights from Belfast to Malta International Airport (MLA). Plan your visit to Valletta in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Belfast to MLA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Malta International Airport in February when temperatures are between 11ºC and 16ºC.
More about Valletta
After booking your flight from Belfast to Malta International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Valletta:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. St. John's Co-Cathedral, Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John and Valletta City Gate are highlights which should be on any well-planned Valletta itinerary.
