Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Marseille.
Each week, there are four Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 06:45 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:20 with Ryanair.
Your MRS to MLA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Valletta — and maybe even more of Malta if your schedule allows.
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for MRS to MLA flights is Ryanair.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MRS and MLA:
Naples International Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
£17 is the lowest price for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Return flights start at £34. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from MRS to MLA by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MRS to MLA.
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Handy information about Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Of all flights departing from Marseille Provence Airport, 73.25% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport is approximately 16 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MRS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
Reserve a hotel close to MLA if you have a late Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Malta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Malta International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 5 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Valletta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Malta International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MRS to MLA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many cities in Malta waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Valletta. Around 3 miles away to the west, top sights here include Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Malta, head for Qormi, roughly 3 miles south-west of Valletta. Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi are among its highlights.