Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta is one hour behind Helsinki and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your HEL to MLA flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Malta International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HEL and MLA:
Riga International Airport
Milano Linate Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
AED 216 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Malta International Airport flight. A return flight starts from AED 432. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to MLA if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Malta International Airport.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of all flights leaving Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Malta International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near MLA:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Malta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Valletta and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Malta International Airport around three weeks before traveling.
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 drive to the center.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa 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 more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Malta International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to MLA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malta you should also see. Around 5 kilometers west of Valletta, a trip to Birkirkara will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Around 5 kilometers south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another essential stop in Malta. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.