Travelling from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Larnaca's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Larnaca one hour ahead of Valletta.
Flights from MLA to LCA start from 14:45 — the first with Emirates. The last service of the day is at 15:35 with Emirates. In total, you can take your pick of ten weekly Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MLA to LCA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling to Larnaca (and then discovering more of Cyprus!) is easy with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport.
Emirates is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Emirates ranks as the top on-time carrier for MLA to LCA flights, with 80.0% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MLA and LCA include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Sofia Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Currently, £59 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £139. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MLA to LCA.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
When it comes to Malta International Airport's on-time performance, 72.79% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
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, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LCA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Larnaca International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Get Your Car, Aercar or 7777 Rent and explore beyond Larnaca's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride from Larnaca International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
Larnaca International Airport is approximately 5 miles from central Larnaca. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Larnaca. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Larnaca is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Malta International Airport to Larnaca International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLA to LCA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cyprus
Nicosia is just one of the many cities in Cyprus waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Larnaca. Around 25 miles away to the north-west, popular attractions include Ledra Street Crossing Point, Selimiye Mosque and Venetian walls of Nicosia.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Cyprus, consider Limassol, about 35 miles south-west of Larnaca. Πλατεία Συντάγματος - Plac Syntagma, Syrou Park and Linear Park Lellas karagianni are the start of reasons to visit.