Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
Varna's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Varna one hour ahead of Valletta.
Your MLA to VAR flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Malta International Airport to Varna Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MLA and VAR include:
Vienna International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Vilnius International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Varna Airport (VAR)
R 2,181 is currently the best price for a one-way Malta International Airport to Varna Airport flight. Return flights start from R 4,822. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MLA to VAR, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport to Varna Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MLA to VAR.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Malta International Airport to Varna Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
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.
Central Valletta to Malta International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a handy hotel near MLA? If you're catching an early flight from Malta International Airport to Varna Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
If you're landing on a late Malta International Airport to Varna Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near VAR:
Pick up a Varna Airport rental car and explore Varna and beyond with your own wheels. EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car and Goldcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Varna Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport to central Varna has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Malta International Airport to Varna Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Varna. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Varna is August, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Malta International Airport to Varna Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MLA to VAR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Varna has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria waiting to be explored. Around 386 kilometres west of Varna, a trip to Sofia will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like National Palace of Culture, Boyana Church and City Garden.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Bulgaria, consider Plovdiv, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Varna. Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe are among the biggest draws.