Travelling from Paphos International Airport (PFO) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, making Valletta one hour behind Paphos.
To ensure you get on your PFO to MLA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Valletta (and then seeing more of Malta!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ryanair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between PFO and MLA:
Ben Gurion International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paphos International Airport (PFO) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
£19 is the best price for a one-way Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Return flights start from £37. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from PFO to MLA by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Paphos International Airport (PFO)
76.81% of flights that take off from Paphos International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Paphos International Airport from central Paphos, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near PFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you have a late Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MLA:
Grab a Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Malta International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to the centre of Valletta has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Valletta. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Paphos International Airport to Malta International Airport for August if you want to explore Valletta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PFO to MLA around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malta just waiting to be discovered. About 3 miles west of Valletta, a trip to Birkirkara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Around 3 miles south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another favourite stop in Malta. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.