Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Valletta two hours behind Jeddah.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JED to MLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Malta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between JED and MLA include:
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
R 1,597 is the best price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,713. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JED to MLA if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Malta International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JED to MLA.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
81.7% of flights leaving King Abdulaziz International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of JED.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Malta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near JED:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a King Abdulaziz International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Malta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals to explore Valletta and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Malta International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Valletta. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JED to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malta waiting to be explored. Around 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a visit to Birkirkara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another essential stop in Malta. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.
