Travelling from Oslo to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Oslo. Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Oslo to Malta International Airport (MLA) leaving from here.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Oslo to Malta International Airport flight.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Oslo. Malta International Airport is located in Valletta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Oslo to MLA.
Travelling over a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
You can take a direct flight from Oslo to Malta International Airport (MLA) out of Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL).
When taking off from OSL, you can take a direct flight from Oslo to Malta International Airport with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Norwegian between OSL and MLA.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Oslo to MLA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Oslo to OSL takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Oslo to Malta International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Oslo Gardermoen Airport:
72% of flights departing from Oslo Gardermoen Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
With public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in about 1 hour 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 113 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your Oslo to MLA flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
About Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Oslo to Malta International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Malta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Oslo to Malta International Airport flight.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to the centre of Valletta is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Malta International Airport is ₹ 4,647. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 9,817. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from Oslo to MLA, book your ticket three months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Oslo to Malta International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Oslo to Malta International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Oslo to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to Valletta. August is when most people book flights from Oslo to Malta International Airport (MLA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Oslo to MLA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Oslo to Malta International Airport in February when temperatures are between 11ºC and 16ºC.
More about Valletta
Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to Malta International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Valletta:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out 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 feature on every Valletta itinerary.