Travelling from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Bologna and Valletta are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Choose from six weekly Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flights. The 07:25 departure with Ryanair is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 22:50.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BLQ to MLA flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Valletta — and maybe even more of Malta if your schedule allows.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 72.22% of its services landing as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating BLQ to MLA flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BLQ and MLA include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Tunis Carthage Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight is Rs4,822. A return ticket right now is Rs9,638. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BLQ to MLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Finding cheap flights from BLQ to MLA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
81% of flights leaving Bologna International Airport reach their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from BLQ.
To reach Bologna International Airport from central Bologna, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 15 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BLQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Pick up a Luqa 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 providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Luqa Malta International Airport around three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Valletta. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Bologna International Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BLQ to MLA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many places in Malta waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Malta, head for Qormi, roughly 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri are highlights.

