Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Bristol.
Flights from BRS to MLA start from 05:55 — the first with Jet2. The latest departure is at 17:25 with easyJet. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Bristol Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flights.
Your BRS to MLA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Valletta (and then seeing more of Malta!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Bristol Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
With 76.19% of its services landing on schedule, easyJet is the most punctual carrier operating BRS to MLA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bristol Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BRS and MLA:
Geneva Airport
Milan Bergamo Airport
Pisa International Airport
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
80% of flights departing from Bristol Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from BRS.
Central Bristol to Bristol Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BRS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bristol Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're getting in on a late Bristol Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MLA:
Follow your own route with a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Valletta and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Valletta. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Bristol Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BRS to MLA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malta waiting to be explored. Around 5 kilometres west of Valletta, a visit to Birkirkara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Malta, consider Qormi, roughly 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri are the start of reasons to visit.