Flying from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Valletta and Frankfurt are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are 16 Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, take the 05:50 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 17:20 with Lufthansa.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLA to FRA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Frankfurt (and then seeing more of Germany!) is easy with Lufthansa. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
With 77.46% of services arriving as planned, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating MLA to FRA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MLA and FRA:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Currently, $74 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $233. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MLA to FRA.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MLA to FRA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Handy information about Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
76% of flights taking off from Luqa Malta International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Valletta to Luqa Malta International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MLA:
Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
If you have a late Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Pick up a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport for August if you want to explore Frankfurt during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLA to FRA around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored after you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.





