Travelling from Seattle to Malta International Airport (MLA): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Seattle. Explore your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when planning your flight from Seattle to Malta International Airport (MLA).
Malta International Airport is located in Valletta. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Seattle.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Seattle to MLA. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Seattle to MLA leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Malta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can arrive at LKE from central Seattle in approximately 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Seattle to MLA flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Malta International Airport (MLA)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Malta International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near MLA and fast-forward to bedtime:
Grab a Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to Malta International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Malta International Airport (MLA)
ج.م. 14,689 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Malta International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 29,272. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to MLA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Malta International Airport (MLA)
April is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Malta International Airport (MLA), while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Valletta based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Seattle to MLA flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Malta International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Valletta
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle 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:
St. John's Co-Cathedral and Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Valletta to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Harbour cruise 3 cities trip.
