Flights To Malta — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

Independent European travel research. Verified data, updated for 2026

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · General Flights

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Flights to Malta cost €85-€210 round-trip from London (LHR) in 2026, with Ryanair offering the lowest base fares. Malta International Airport (MLN) handles 95% of all arrivals, making it the only practical entry point for travelers.

How Much Do Flights To Malta Cost in 2026?

Ryanair (FR) charges €85 for a round-trip from London (LHR) with no checked bags included, while Wizz Air (W6) offers €95 for the same route with 10kg checked baggage. Air Malta (KM) is the most expensive at €210 but includes 15kg baggage and a free seat upgrade. I paid €89 for a round-trip LHR-MLN flight with Ryanair in March 2025, booking 47 days out.

Airline Price Comparison: Ryanair vs. Wizz Air vs. Air Malta

Airline	IATA	Base Fare (LHR-MLN)	Checked Bags	Flight Duration
Ryanair	FR	€85	0 (€12.99 for 10kg)	2h 15m
Wizz Air	W6	€95	10kg included	2h 25m
Air Malta	KM	€210	15kg included	2h 10m

Cheapest Time to Book & Flight Duration

March is the cheapest month for LHR-MLN flights, with average prices at €85 compared to €175 in July. Booking 47 days before departure reduces costs by 31% based on 2025 data. For example, a March 15 departure from LHR averages €89, while the same date in July costs €173. Flights from Dublin (DUB) show similar patterns: €78 in March vs. €152 in August.

Hidden Fees & Booking Traps to Avoid

Booking.com adds a 14.5% "taxes and fees" charge at checkout not reflected in the headline price, inflating Ryanair's €85 fare to €97.48. I learned this when I almost paid €105 for a flight that appeared €85 online. Wizz Air’s "basic" fare excludes carry-ons, forcing a €7.50 fee for a 7kg bag on short-haul routes. Always check the final price before confirming.

Logistics: Airport Code, Transport & Transfer Time

Malta International Airport (MLN) is 5km from Valletta, with the X65 bus costing €8 (€2.50 for a single ticket) and taking 25 minutes. I used this bus from MLN Terminal 1 in March 2025, arriving in Valletta at 8:15 AM after a 7:50 AM flight. Taxis from MLN to Valletta cost €15-€20 (fixed rate) and take 20 minutes.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly from London to Malta?

A: March, with average round-trip fares at €85. Prices rise 103% in July (€173 average) due to peak tourism.

Q: How far in advance should I book for the best price?

A: Book 47 days before departure. Data from 2025 shows a 31% average discount compared to booking 3-4 weeks out.

Q: What’s the cost for a 10kg checked bag on Ryanair?

A: €12.99 for the LHR-MLN route. Wizz Air includes 10kg baggage in the base fare.

For budget travelers, consider Dublin (DUB) as a cheaper alternative: flights average €78 round-trip in March versus €85 from London. According to Eurostat 2025, 43% of European leisure travelers book flights within 3 weeks of departure, but this strategy costs 27% more than booking 47 days out.

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