Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is 4 hours.
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Helsinki.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL 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.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Norwegian Air Sweden is your ticket to exploring Valletta (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Malta!). Check out the direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Norwegian Air Sweden.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between HEL and MLA:
Munich Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Milan Linate Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight is 60 €. A return fare right now is 122 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to MLA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HEL to MLA.
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Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from HEL reach their destination without delay.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to HEL:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and explore beyond Valletta's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Luqa Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Valletta in March.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to MLA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malta
You've done Valletta, now it's time to explore other corners of Malta. Journey around 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its popular sights. From St Helen's Basilica to Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Malta, head for Qormi, about 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri are key highlights.