Travelling from Seoul to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know
Valletta is eight hours behind Seoul. Malta International Airport is located in Valletta, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seoul to MLA, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seoul to MLA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
ICN is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Seoul Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Seoul Incheon International Airport, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
With public transport, you can travel from central Seoul to GMP in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Seoul Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to MLA flight:
Flights from Seoul Gimpo International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing as expected.
About Malta International Airport (MLA)
Book a hotel close to MLA if you have a late flight from Seoul to Malta International Airport. Select one of these options and call it a night faster:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Seoul to Malta International Airport flight.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to central Valletta is about 6 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Malta International Airport (MLA)
At the moment, 271 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Malta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 575 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seoul to MLA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Seoul to Malta International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Seoul to Malta International Airport.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Malta International Airport (MLA)
December is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Malta International Airport (MLA), while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Valletta based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Seoul to MLA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Malta International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Valletta
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Malta International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Valletta:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Valletta when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at St. John's Co-Cathedral followed by Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John and Valletta City Gate.