Travelling from Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Casablanca and Valletta are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CMN to MLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mohammed V Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CMN and MLA:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Handy information about Mohammed V Airport (CMN)
71% of flights departing from Mohammed V Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Mohammed V Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Casablanca. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Mohammed V 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 close to CMN:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Book a hotel near MLA if you're catching a late Mohammed V Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 and explore beyond Valletta's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Luqa Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Mohammed V Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Valletta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Mohammed V Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CMN to MLA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
You've visited Valletta, now it's time to explore other corners of Malta. Travel about 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its leading sights. From St Helen's Basilica to Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt, your itinerary will be busy.
Qormi is another must-experience destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without experiencing Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.