Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Frankfurt and Valletta share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Choose from 16 weekly Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest flight available. Lufthansa operates the last service of the day at 20:20.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your FRA to MLA flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Valletta (and then discovering more of Malta!) is a snap with Lufthansa. This popular airline has direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Lufthansa on this route.
Among carriers operating FRA to MLA flights, Lufthansa has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between FRA and MLA:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight is 82 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 135 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from FRA to MLA by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FRA to MLA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Frankfurt am Main Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near FRA:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you have a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MLA:
Follow your own route with a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and discover more of Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Valletta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Luqa 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).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
You've visited Valletta, now it's time to discover other corners of Malta. Journey about 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its must-visit sights. From St Helen's Basilica to Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Qormi is another must-experience 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.