Flying from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Valletta one hour behind Cluj-Napoca.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CLJ to MLA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CLJ and MLA:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Milan Bergamo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
R 497 is the best price for a one-way Cluj-Napoca Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 966. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CLJ to MLA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ)
Cluj-Napoca Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from CLJ arrive at their destination without delay.
Cluj-Napoca Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Cluj-Napoca. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CLJ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you have a late Cluj-Napoca Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MLA:
Pick up a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Luqa Malta International Airport to the centre of Valletta has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
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 Cluj-Napoca Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Valletta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Cluj-Napoca Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CLJ to MLA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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, well-known attractions include St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
Qormi is another well-known destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without visiting Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.