Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Newcastle.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your NCL 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.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Valletta (and then seeing more of Malta!) is a cinch with Jet2. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Jet2 is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for NCL to MLA flights is Jet2.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between NCL and MLA include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Currently, R 1,451 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,616. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from NCL to MLA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from NCL to MLA.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
71.29% of flights leaving from Newcastle International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to NCL:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Follow your own route with a Malta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Valletta and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Malta International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to the centre of Valletta has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Valletta. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Malta International Airport for August if you want to visit Valletta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NCL to MLA in February. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
You've done Valletta, now it's time to discover more of Malta. Travel about 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its must-visit sights. From Gnien il Haddiem to Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Qormi is another sought-after destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without seeing Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.