Flying from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Ljubljana and Valletta follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LJU to MLA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Malta International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between LJU and MLA:
Zurich Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
R 1,290 is the lowest price for a one-way Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Malta International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,277. These prices may change based on availability.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from LJU to MLA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Malta International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that take off from LJU reach their destination without delay.
Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Ljubljana. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LJU? If you've booked an early flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Grab a Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Malta International Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Valletta. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Malta International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Valletta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LJU to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many places in Malta waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Malta, consider Qormi, roughly 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi are among the biggest draws.