Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport.
Bilbao and Valletta follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your BIO to MLA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Valletta (and then exploring more of Malta!) is a breeze with Vueling. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport.
Vueling is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BIO and MLA include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Valencia Airport
Palese Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
R 884 is the lowest price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,012. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from BIO to MLA, book your trip nine months ahead of your departure.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BIO to MLA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BIO land on schedule 82.76% of the time.
To reach Bilbao Airport from central Bilbao, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BIO? If you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MLA if you're taking a late Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Malta International Airport rental car and explore Valletta and beyond with your own wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Malta International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Valletta. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Valletta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Bilbao Airport to Malta International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to MLA in February. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
You've seen Valletta, now it's time to explore other corners of Malta. Journey about 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its leading attractions. 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 sought-after destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without a visit to Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.