Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
Valletta is one hour ahead of Dublin and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from DUB to MLA start at 06:25 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 17:00 with Ryanair. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB to MLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Valletta (and then discovering more of Malta!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering DUB to MLA flights, with 75.0% of its services landing on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DUB and MLA include:
Geneve Airport
Stansted Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Right now, $55 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $110. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DUB to MLA.
Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DUB to MLA.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of the flights that depart from Dublin Airport, 72.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Dublin Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near DUB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
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 to explore Valletta and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Malta International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to the centre of Valletta has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Valletta. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Dublin Airport to Malta International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to MLA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 16ºC on average.
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 you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
If you're ready to explore another side of Malta, consider Qormi, roughly 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi are among its highlights.