Flying from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Basel and Valletta share the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BSL to MLA flight.
Flying during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Valletta (and then discovering more of Malta!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is easyJet.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier that offers BSL to MLA flights. An exceptional 94.12% of its services on this route arrive on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BSL and MLA include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Bari Airport
Handy information about Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL)
Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from BSL reach their destination on time.
Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Basel. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near BSL? If you've booked an early flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're arriving on a late Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MLA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals to explore Valletta and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Luqa Malta International Airport to the centre of Valletta has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Valletta. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BSL 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 cities in Malta waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Malta, consider 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 the start of reasons to visit.