Travelling from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Rotterdam and Valletta follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your RTM to MLA flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Malta International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between RTM and MLA:
Orio al Serio International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Currently, £89 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £185. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RTM to MLA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Malta International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Of the departures from Rotterdam The Hague Airport, 79.67% land on time at their destination.
To reach Rotterdam The Hague Airport from central Rotterdam, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to RTM? If you're boarding an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Malta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
Reserve a hotel close to MLA if you're on a late Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Malta International Airport rental car and explore Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Malta International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport is approximately 5 miles from the centre of Valletta. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Malta International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Valletta based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RTM to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
You've done Valletta, now it's time to discover other corners of Malta. Journey about 3 miles west to Birkirkara to check off its top sights. From Gnien il Haddiem to Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Qormi is another standout destination in Malta and is around 3 miles south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without dropping by Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.