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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Luqa Malta International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,420. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Luqa Malta International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Luqa Malta International flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from New York to Luqa Malta International

New York to Luqa Malta International: Alternative routes

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

New York to Valletta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,171
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from New York to Luqa Malta International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Luqa Malta International is R 8,490. 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.
9 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Luqa Malta International.
Delta, KLM and Air France fly direct from New York to Luqa Malta International.
As of June 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from New York to Luqa Malta International.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Luqa Malta International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Luqa Malta International Airport on Sunday, 11 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 17 minutes.
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 Luqa Malta International 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 Valletta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from New York to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in New York. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from New York to Malta International Airport (MLA) leaving from here.

  • Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct New York to Malta International Airport flight.

  • Valletta is six hours ahead of New York. Malta International Airport is located in Valletta, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from New York to MLA.

  • July is a popular time to fly out. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Malta International Airport (MLA) leave from this terminal.

  • When departing from JFK, you can take a direct flight from New York to Malta International Airport with Delta Air Lines.

  • The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Delta between JFK and MLA.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to MLA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Malta International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 73% of flights that take off from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Malta International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and MLA:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your New York to MLA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 55 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Make catching an early New York to Malta International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • The on-time performance rating of LGA is 69%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.

  • You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

About Malta International Airport (MLA)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Malta International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MLA:

  • Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your New York to Malta International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta

  • Central Valletta is around 6 kilometres from Malta International Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.

  • It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Malta International Airport (MLA)

  • Currently, R 3,171 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Malta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,490. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to MLA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Affordable New York to Malta International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from New York to MLA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find an affordable flight from New York to Malta International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to Malta International Airport (MLA)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Valletta. August is when most people book flights from New York to Malta International Airport (MLA), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • Before locking in your New York to MLA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • February has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Malta International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Valletta

  • Start your Valletta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Malta International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. St. John's Co-Cathedral, Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John and Valletta City Gate are highlights which should be on every Valletta itinerary.

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