Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, making Valletta three hours behind Abu Dhabi.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your AUH to MLA flight.
Flying during a peak month like February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between AUH and MLA include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
At the moment, $240 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $511. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from AUH to MLA, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Malta International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AUH to MLA.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
78.54% of flights that leave from Abu Dhabi International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Abu Dhabi International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Malta International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you have a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Malta International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MLA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Malta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and explore beyond Valletta's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Malta International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Malta International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Valletta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Malta International Airport for August if you want to visit Valletta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AUH to MLA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malta you'll want to see. About 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a trip to Birkirkara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another favourite stop in Malta. Start your sightseeing at Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.