Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta is three hours behind Dubai and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your DXB to MLA flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Malta International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DXB and MLA:
Larnaca International Airport
Naples International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Malta International Airport flight is $212. A round-trip ticket right now is $512. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from DXB to MLA, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport to Malta International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DXB to MLA.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near DXB? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Malta International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're getting in on a late Dubai Airport to Malta International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MLA:
Pick up 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 top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Malta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Malta International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Valletta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Malta International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Valletta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DXB to MLA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malta just waiting to be explored. About 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a trip to Birkirkara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Qormi is another standout destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without experiencing Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.