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Sun, 6 Dec

Istanbul IST → Malta MLA

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Fri, 27 Nov

Istanbul SAW → Malta MLA

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Thu, 3 Dec

Istanbul IST → Malta MLA

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Malta

See how many direct flights run each week and which airlines operate them.

16Direct flights per week
2.29Daily average
ThursdayBusiest day

Key info about flying to Malta

Depart from

Sabiha Gökçen International

Arrive to

Malta International

Flights per week

344

Flight distance

1378 km

Worth visiting

Hal Saflieni Hypogeum

Airlines that fly from Istanbul to Malta

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Getting from Malta airport to the city center

Malta is served by Malta International Airport (MLA), located 8 km southwest of Valletta, the capital city. This compact island nation offers several airport transfers to city center destinations, including public buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. The airport is well connected to Valletta, Sliema, St. Julian's, and other popular areas. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions, particularly during peak tourist season.

Notes:

  • Prices in EUR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Public bus fares vary by season: €2 in summer (mid-June to mid-October), €1.50 in winter.
  • White taxis operate on fixed fares from the airport; confirm price before departure.
  • Traffic congestion is common, especially during summer months and rush hours.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Malta

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January15°C13°C
February15°C13°C
March15°C13°C
April17°C15°C
May20°C18°C
June24°C22°C
July27°C25°C
August28°C26°C
September26°C24°C
October23°C21°C
November20°C18°C
December17°C15°C
Hottest Month
28°C
August
Coldest month
13°C
February
Sunny days
331
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
7 Nov
20°C19°C
14 Nov
18%
22°C20°C
Sunday
8 Nov
15%
19°C18°C
15 Nov
86%
20°C20°C
Monday
9 Nov
27%
21°C18°C
16 Nov
30%
20°C20°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
22%
22°C20°C
17 Nov
17%
21°C19°C
Wednesday
11 Nov
14%
23°C21°C
18 Nov
74%
21°C18°C
Thursday
12 Nov
19%
23°C21°C
19 Nov
69%
19°C19°C
Friday
13 Nov
16%
23°C21°C
20 Nov
20°C18°C
Travelers usually depart from Sabiha Gökçen International, or Istanbul Airport when they travel from Istanbul to Malta. The distance between Istanbul and Malta is 1378 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Ryanair, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, KM Malta Airlines, and LOT Polish Airlines. Istanbul and Malta have 344 direct flights per week.

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