Travelling from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know
Valletta is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Malta International Airport is located in Valletta, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Reykjavik to MLA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to MLA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Keflavik Airport (KEF). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
KEF is about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Keflavik Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
79% of flights that take off from Keflavik Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometres from central Reykjavik. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Reykjavik to MLA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Reykjavik Airport:
Flights from Reykjavik Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 81% of them touching down as expected.
About Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MLA:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Reykjavik to Malta International Airport flight.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Central Valletta is about 6 kilometres from Malta International Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport (MLA)
₹ 10,606 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 21,966. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to MLA if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Reykjavik to Malta International Airport ticket.
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Find a cheap flight from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Valletta. August is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport (MLA), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Reykjavik to MLA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Valletta
Start your Valletta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Malta International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
St. John's Co-Cathedral and Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Valletta must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Valletta City Gate.