Travelling from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Charlotte.
For a stress-free 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 CLT to MLA flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CLT and MLA include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Dublin Airport
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charlotte Douglas Airport, data shows 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Charlotte Douglas Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Charlotte. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CLT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Book a hotel close to MLA if you're taking a late Charlotte Douglas Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car and explore Valletta and beyond with your own wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Valletta in March.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CLT 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
You've seen Valletta, now it's time to discover other parts of Malta. Journey about 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its leading attractions. From St Helen's Basilica to Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another essential stop in Malta. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.