Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LAX to MLA flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LAX and MLA:
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination on time.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Reserve a hotel close to MLA if you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and experience more of Valletta and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Valletta in March.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to MLA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malta
You've seen Valletta, now it's time to explore other corners of Malta. Travel around 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its leading sights. From St Helen's Basilica to Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Malta, head for Qormi, about 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri are key reasons to visit.