Flying from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Munich Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Munich Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Valletta and Munich follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
There are 20 Luqa Malta International Airport to Munich Airport flights every week.
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 board your MLA to MUC flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Munich Airport, so getting to Munich (and then exploring more of Germany!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with KM Malta Airlines on this route.
With a reliable 90.13% of services landing on schedule, KM Malta Airlines has the best on-time performance for MLA to MUC flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Luqa Malta International Airport to Munich Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MLA and MUC:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zurich Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Handy information about Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Luqa Malta International Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Valletta to Luqa Malta International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Munich Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MLA:
Arriving at Munich Airport (MUC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Luqa Malta International Airport to Munich Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MUC instead:
Follow your own route with a Munich Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and experience more of Munich and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Munich Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Munich Airport (MUC) to central Munich
From Munich Airport, Munich is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Munich Airport (MUC)
September is the busiest month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Munich Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Munich in March.
Book your flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Munich Airport for July if you want to visit Munich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MLA to MUC sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
Essen is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include PACT Zollverein, Philharmonie Essen and Red Dot Design Museum.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Germany, head for Stuttgart, about 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Porsche Museum and State Gallery of Stuttgart are among its highlights.