Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Valletta is one hour ahead of Porto and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your OPO to MLA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Valletta — and maybe even more of Malta if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair ranks as the top on-time carrier for OPO to MLA flights, with 85.71% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between OPO and MLA include:
Madrid Airport
Geneva Airport
Marseille Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Right now, 25 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 57 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from OPO to MLA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OPO to MLA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
Of all flights departing from Porto Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Porto to Porto Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near OPO? If you're catching an early flight from Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're getting in on a late Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near MLA:
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 to explore Valletta and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Valletta. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Porto Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Valletta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OPO to MLA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malta
You've seen Valletta, now it's time to discover other corners of Malta. Travel around 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its leading sights. From St Helen's Basilica to Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Malta, head for Qormi, roughly 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri are among its highlights.