Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Valletta is one hour ahead of Birmingham and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are five Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, select the 05:55 Jet2 flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 18:05 with Ryanair.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BHX to MLA flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. 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.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Valletta — and maybe even more of Malta if time allows.
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers BHX to MLA flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BHX and MLA:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport flight is ج.م. 1,464. A round-trip fare right now is ج.م. 4,212. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from BHX to MLA, book your trip six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHX to MLA.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BHX:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're getting in on a late Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near MLA:
Pick up a Malta International Airport rental car and explore Valletta and beyond with your own wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Malta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Valletta. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Valletta. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Malta International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BHX to MLA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malta
You've done Valletta, now it's time to discover other parts of Malta. Journey about 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Gnien il Haddiem to Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of Malta, consider Qormi, roughly 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi are among its highlights.
