Travelling from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta is two hours behind Antalya and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your AYT to MLA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Antalya Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between AYT and MLA:
Istanbul Airport
Munich Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Currently, R 1,344 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Antalya Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,349. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AYT to MLA if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Antalya Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Antalya Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Antalya Airport (AYT)
When it comes to Antalya Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Antalya Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Antalya. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to AYT? If you've booked an early flight from Antalya Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Reserve a hotel close to MLA if you're catching a late Antalya Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Luqa 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 outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Luqa Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Antalya Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Valletta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Antalya Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from AYT 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 Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
Around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another favourite stop in Malta. Start your sightseeing at Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.