Flying from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Alicante and Valletta share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your ALC to MLA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALC and MLA:
Barcelona Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Marseille Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight is 32 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 73 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ALC to MLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Alicante Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
79% of flights that depart Alicante Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Alicante to Alicante Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to ALC? If you're catching an early flight from Alicante Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Alicante Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Pick up a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Luqa Malta International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Valletta. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Alicante Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Valletta. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Alicante Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport for August if you want to explore Valletta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALC to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many cities in Malta waiting to be explored after you've seen Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
Qormi is another standout destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without a visit to Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.