Flying from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Valletta.
Every week, there are 12 Luqa Malta International Airport to Zurich Airport flights. If you want to take off early, opt for the 06:00 KM Malta Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:25 with SWISS.
To ensure you catch your MLA to ZRH flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Flying into Zurich (and then exploring more of Switzerland!) is a snap with KM Malta Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with KM Malta Airlines on this route.
SWISS is the most punctual carrier that operates MLA to ZRH flights, with 78.13% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Luqa Malta International Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MLA and ZRH:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Geneva 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.
Luqa Malta International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Valletta. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near MLA:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're landing on a late Luqa Malta International Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near ZRH:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Zurich Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and explore beyond Zurich's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport to the centre of Zurich has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Zurich Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Zurich in March.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MLA to ZRH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored after you've seen Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
If you want to check out another great destination in Switzerland, head for Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum are among the biggest draws.