Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Nice and Valletta are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your NCE to MLA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Valletta (and then seeing more of Malta!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is easyJet.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between NCE and MLA:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Naples International Airport
Palese Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
ج.م. 2,418 is the best price for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 3,228. These prices can change based on demand.
Book ten months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from NCE to MLA.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from NCE to MLA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
When it comes to Cote D'Azur Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.5% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Nice to Cote D'Azur Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to NCE:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Malta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and explore beyond Valletta's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Malta International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to central Valletta has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Valletta. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Malta International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NCE to MLA in February. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malta waiting to be discovered. Around 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a trip to Birkirkara will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Qormi is another must-experience destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without dropping by Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.
