Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Flights from STN to MLA start at 05:55 — the first with Jet2. The latest departure is at 19:25 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of 19 weekly Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your STN to MLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Valletta (and perhaps some other great parts of Malta!). Browse the direct flights from Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for STN to MLA flights is Jet2.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between STN and MLA:
Orio al Serio International Airport
Eindhoven Airport
Palese Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Currently, 17 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 40 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from STN to MLA.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from STN to MLA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Of all flights leaving Stansted Airport, 64.73% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central London to Stansted Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near STN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Grab a Malta International Airport rental car and explore Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Malta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to the centre of Valletta has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Valletta in April.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Stansted Airport to Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to MLA sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malta just waiting to be explored. Around 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a visit to Birkirkara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another essential stop in Malta. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.