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Flight deals from Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,947. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 1,402 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Luqa Malta International on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,402, select.
Istanbul.R 1,407 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Luqa Malta International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,407, select.
Istanbul.R 1,415 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Luqa Malta International on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,415, select.
Istanbul.R 1,542 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Luqa Malta International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,542, select.
Istanbul.R 1,628 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Luqa Malta International on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,628, select.
Istanbul.R 1,712 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Luqa Malta International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,712, select.
Istanbul.R 1,725 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Luqa Malta International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,725, select.
Istanbul.R 1,764 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Luqa Malta International on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,764, select.
Istanbul.R 1,822 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Luqa Malta International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,822, select.
Istanbul.R 1,864 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Luqa Malta International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,864, select.
Istanbul.R 2,093 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Luqa Malta International on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,093, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 1,415
Jun
from R 1,402
Jul
from R 1,628
Aug
from R 1,822
Sep
from R 1,407
Oct
from R 1,542
Nov
from R 1,764
Dec
from R 1,712
Jan
from R 1,725
Feb
from R 1,864
Mar
from R 2,093
Apr
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Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Luqa Malta International to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul Sabiha.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
Closest
from R 1,402
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from R 1,299
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Valletta to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,402
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha is R 2,850. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 2,850.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha.
The cheapest month to fly from Luqa Malta International to Istanbul Sabiha is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Luqa Malta International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport on Thursday, 21 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Luqa Malta International Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul Sabiha but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul Sabiha.

Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Valletta.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MLA to SAW flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Malta International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MLA and SAW include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • R 1,402 is currently the best price for a one-way Malta International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,850. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MLA to SAW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Malta International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MLA to SAW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Malta International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)

  • When it comes to Malta International Airport's on-time performance, 72.79% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Malta International Airport from central Valletta, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to MLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Malta International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul

  • From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Istanbul in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Malta International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLA to SAW in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Valletta to Istanbul

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