Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your PHL to MLA flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between PHL and MLA include:
Naples International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Right now, R 5,759 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,754. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from PHL to MLA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Malta International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PHL to MLA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL's address is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Malta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Malta International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to central 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 choose your dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Valletta. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Malta International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Valletta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHL to MLA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malta you should also see. Around 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a trip to Birkirkara will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Qormi is another favourite destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without a visit to Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.
