Flying from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport (MLA).
Valletta is one hour behind Johannesburg. Malta International Airport is located in Valletta, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to MLA, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to MLA leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The drive from central Johannesburg to HLA typically takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Johannesburg to MLA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Malta International Airport (MLA)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MLA and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Pick up a Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Malta International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport (MLA)
₹ 35,402 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 59,675. These prices may change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to MLA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Johannesburg to Malta International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Save money on your flight from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport (MLA). August is when most people travel to Valletta. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Book your Johannesburg to MLA flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
February sees temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Valletta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Valletta right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Malta International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. St. John's Co-Cathedral, Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John and Harbour cruise 3 cities trip are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Valletta itinerary.
