Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Palermo's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Valletta.
Flights from MLA to PMO start at 08:35 — the earliest with Universal Air. The last service of the day is at 16:15 with Universal Air. In total, you can choose from six weekly Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MLA to PMO flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Palermo (and then seeing more of Italy!) is a breeze with Universal Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Universal Air on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MLA and PMO include:
Palese Airport
Naples International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport flight is R 1,157. A return plane ticket is currently R 1,705. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MLA to PMO.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MLA to PMO.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
When it comes to Malta International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.79% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Malta International Airport from central Valletta, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MLA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
Consider booking a hotel close to PMO if you're taking a late Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Falcone-Borsellino Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ECH, U-Save or Felirent and find adventure across Palermo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Falcone-Borsellino Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to central Palermo
Falcone-Borsellino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Palermo. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Palermo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Malta International Airport to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Palermo, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLA to PMO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Palermo. Around 434 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 322 kilometres north of Palermo, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
