Travelling from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, making Valletta one hour behind Thessaloniki.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SKG to MLA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Valletta (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Malta!). Check out the direct flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport offered by this carrier.
Ryanair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 75.0% of its services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating SKG to MLA flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SKG and MLA include:
Athens International Airport
Naples International Airport
Crete Chania Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Currently, 16 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 34 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from SKG to MLA by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SKG to MLA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
Thessaloniki Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from SKG arrive at their destination on time.
Central Thessaloniki to Thessaloniki Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SKG:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Follow your own route with a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and find adventure across Valletta and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Valletta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Thessaloniki Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SKG to MLA around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many cities in Malta waiting to be discovered after you've seen Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
Around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another favourite stop in Malta. Start your sightseeing at Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.