Travelling from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Beirut.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BEY to MLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Malta International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BEY and MLA:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
At the moment, Rs52,674 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs95,950. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BEY to MLA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Malta International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from BEY to MLA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
76.7% of flights departing from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BEY. Whether you have an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Malta International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
Reserve a hotel near MLA if you're catching a late Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Malta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals to explore Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Malta International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to the centre of 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 work out your trip dates for your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Valletta. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Malta International Airport for August if you want to visit Valletta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BEY 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 corners of Malta waiting to be discovered. About 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a visit to Birkirkara will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Qormi is another well-known destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without a visit to Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.
