Flying from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta is one hour behind Santorini (Thira) and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your JTR to MLA flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Santorini International Airport to Malta International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JTR and MLA:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Naples International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
$112 is the lowest price for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $278. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from JTR to MLA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport to Malta International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Santorini International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Santorini International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from JTR arrive on schedule 92.74% of the time.
Central Santorini (Thira) to Santorini International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a handy hotel near JTR? If you've booked an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're coming in on a late Santorini International Airport to Malta International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near MLA:
Go where the road takes you with a Malta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Malta International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
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 reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Santorini International Airport to Malta International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Valletta in April.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Santorini International Airport to Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JTR to MLA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
You've seen Valletta, now it's time to explore more of Malta. Travel around 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to tick off its top sights. From Gnien il Haddiem to Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Qormi is another well-known destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without dropping by Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.