Flying from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll catch your flight from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport (MLA). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the two main airports in Frankfurt.
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Frankfurt to Malta International Airport flight.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt. Malta International Airport is located in Valletta.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Malta International Airport (MLA) is the most popular route. There are 16 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Lufthansa at 8:20pm. Go for the first FRA to MLA departure with Lufthansa at 8:35am if you'd rather not wait around.
To ensure you get on your flight from Frankfurt to MLA, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport (MLA) operate out of this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport with Lufthansa. This leading airline operates departures from FRA.
Lufthansa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from FRA to MLA.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Lufthansa. Its services land without delay 69.92% of the time.
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
67.47% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your flight from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and MLA are:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Treviso Airport (TSF)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to MLA flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.
About Malta International Airport (MLA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MLA if you're catching a late flight from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport. Pick one of these options and end the night sooner:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Malta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and discover more of Valletta and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Malta International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Right now, R 736 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,492. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Frankfurt to MLA, book your plane ticket one month before your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Frankfurt to Malta International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport (MLA). August is the peak month for travel to Valletta. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
Lock in a Frankfurt to MLA plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Valletta to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport in February when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Valletta
Start your Valletta trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Malta International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Valletta isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions worth exploring include St. John's Co-Cathedral, Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John and Harbour cruise 3 cities trip.
