Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens one hour ahead of Valletta.
You can choose from 19 weekly Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 22:10.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MLA to ATH flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Athens (and then other corners of Greece) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
Aegean Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating MLA to ATH flights, Aegean Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MLA and ATH:
Thessaloniki International Airport
Naples International Airport
Chania International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
£21 is currently the best price for a one-way Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £43. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MLA to ATH.
The cheapest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MLA to ATH.
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Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
72.79% of flights leaving from Malta International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Valletta to Malta International Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a handy hotel close to MLA? If you're catching an early flight from Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATH if you have a late Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and discover more of Athens and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 25 miles from the centre of Athens. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Malta International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MLA to ATH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Athens. Around 190 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 130 miles north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.