Flying from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Paphos.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PFO to MLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Valletta (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Malta!). Browse the direct flights from Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers PFO to MLA flights. A reliable 80.0% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PFO and MLA:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Athens International Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
At the moment, $28 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $56. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book one month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PFO to MLA.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Paphos Airport (PFO)
Of all flights leaving Paphos Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Paphos Airport from central Paphos, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to PFO:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Grab a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Luqa Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. 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 Paphos Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport for August if you want to go to Valletta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PFO to MLA in February. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malta you should also see. About 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a trip to Birkirkara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
Qormi is another essential stop in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without dropping by Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.