Flying from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Geneva Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Geneva and Valletta are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your GVA to MLA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
EasyJet has direct flights from Geneva Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Valletta — and maybe even more of Malta if your schedule allows.
EasyJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier that offers GVA to MLA flights. A reliable 84.21% of its services on this route land on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Geneva Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between GVA and MLA:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
Handy information about Geneva Airport (GVA)
When it comes to Geneva Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Geneva to Geneva Airport is approximately 5 kms (3 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 10 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near GVA? If you've booked an early flight from Geneva Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MLA if you're taking a late Geneva Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and discover more of Valletta and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Luqa Malta International Airport to central Valletta has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Geneva Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Valletta in March.
When booking your flight from Geneva Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GVA to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many cities in Malta waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Valletta. Around 5 kms (3 miles) away to the west, check out popular attractions including St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
Qormi is another must-experience destination in Malta and is around 5 kms (3 miles) south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without a visit to Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.