Travelling from Nice Airport (NCE) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Nice Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Nice.
Leave plenty of time to make your NCE to MLA flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
EasyJet is your gateway to discovering Valletta (and perhaps some other great corners of Malta!). Browse the direct flights from Nice Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is easyJet.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nice Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between NCE and MLA:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Naples International Airport
Bari Airport
Handy information about Nice Airport (NCE)
Of the departures from Nice Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Nice to Nice Airport is around 6 kms (4 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to NCE? If you're boarding an early flight from Nice Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Book a hotel close to MLA if you're catching a late Nice Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and explore beyond Valletta's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Nice Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Valletta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Nice Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NCE to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Malta
You've seen Valletta, now it's time to explore more of Malta. Journey about 5 kms (3 miles) west to Birkirkara to tick off its top attractions. From St Helen's Basilica to Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt, your itinerary will be busy.
Qormi is another sought-after destination in Malta and is around 5 kms (3 miles) south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without seeing Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.