Flying from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Rome and Valletta share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CIA to MLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rome Ciampino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CIA and MLA:
Manchester Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
Krakow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
At the moment, Rs10,906 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rome Ciampino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs25,659. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from CIA to MLA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Rome Ciampino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CIA to MLA.
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Handy information about Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
85% of flights departing from Rome Ciampino Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from CIA.
Rome Ciampino Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Rome Ciampino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CIA:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MLA if you have a late Rome Ciampino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Luqa Malta International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Valletta. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Rome Ciampino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Valletta in March.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Rome Ciampino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CIA 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
Valletta has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malta you should also see. About 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a trip to Birkirkara will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Malta, consider Qormi, about 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri are among the biggest draws.