Traveling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome.
Each week, there are 39 Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, jump on the 06:00 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:35 with KM Malta Airlines.
To ensure you catch your FCO to MLA flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can fly nonstop to Valletta, Malta. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with ITA Airways on this route.
With a dependable 81.51% of services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering FCO to MLA flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between FCO and MLA include:
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport flight is AED 56. A round-trip fare is currently AED 114. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FCO to MLA.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Finding cheap flights from FCO to MLA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
70.57% of flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Rome to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to FCO? If you're catching an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Grab a Malta International Airport rental car and explore Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Malta International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Valletta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Malta International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Valletta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FCO to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Malta
You've visited Valletta, now it's time to discover more of Malta. Journey about 5 kilometers west to Birkirkara to check off its top attractions. From Gnien il Haddiem to Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Qormi is another sought-after destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometers south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without dropping by Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.