Travelling from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome.
Every week, there are 40 Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your FCO to MLA flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can travel nonstop to Valletta, Malta. Take to the skies with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport:
Most travellers choose to fly with KM Malta Airlines on this route.
ITA Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers FCO to MLA flights. An exceptional 89.29% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between FCO and MLA include:
Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Bologna International Airport
Tunis Carthage Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
Right now, Rs4,165 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs9,299. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FCO to MLA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from FCO to MLA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rome Fiumicino Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Rome Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near FCO:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're coming in on a late Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near MLA:
Explore without limits with a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and chase adventure across Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks before your departure 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 around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Valletta. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from FCO to MLA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many cities in Malta waiting to be explored after you've experienced Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
Around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another favourite stop in Malta. Start your sightseeing at Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.















