Flying from Milan to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Malta International Airport (MLA) begins with finding the most convenient airport to take off from. Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main departure points in Milan.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Milan to Malta International Airport flight.
Milan and Valletta (where Malta International Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
You can pick from 8 direct services each week between Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Malta International Airport (MLA). This is the most popular route, with Ryanair offering a 5:45am departure from MXP to MLA.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Milan to MLA.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Fly without interruptions from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Nonstop flights from Milan to Malta International Airport (MLA) operate from here.
Ryanair is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Milan to Malta International Airport taking off from MXP.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose for flights from MXP to MLA.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Ryanair.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
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Of all flights leaving Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Thinking of flying out of Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)? Direct Milan to Malta International Airport (MLA) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
From BGY, direct flights from Milan to MLA are available with Ryanair.
Ryanair has the largest share of bookings on the BGY to MLA route.
Ryanair is the most consistently on-time carrier operating flights between Milan Bergamo Airport and Malta International Airport.
BGY is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
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75% of all departures from Milan Bergamo Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Get ready to board and go from Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Direct flights from Milan to Malta International Airport can be booked from here.
Prepare for takeoff with KM Malta Airlines. It offers direct Milan to MLA plane tickets from LIN.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between LIN and MLA is KM Malta Airlines.
The most punctual carrier on this route is KM Malta Airlines. Its services land without delay 77.19% of the time.
LIN is around 8 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 20 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
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LIN has an on-time performance rating of 84%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.
About Malta International Airport (MLA)
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Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Milan to Malta International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Valletta. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Malta International Airport (MLA)
₹ 1,665 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Malta International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 3,324. These prices can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Milan to MLA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Milan to Malta International Airport (MLA). August is the busiest month to travel to Valletta. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in December.
When booking your Milan 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.
February has temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Malta International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Valletta
Start your Valletta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Milan to Malta International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. St. John's Co-Cathedral, Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John and Valletta City Gate are must-do's during your Valletta adventure.
