Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, making Valletta five hours ahead of Washington DC.
To ensure you catch your IAD to MLA flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Malta International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between IAD and MLA:
Frankfurt Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
$723 is currently the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Return flights start at $872. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAD to MLA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Malta International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Malta International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near IAD:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Check in to 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 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Valletta and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Malta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Valletta. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Malta International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Valletta in April.
When reserving your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Malta International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 30ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IAD to MLA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many places in Malta waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Malta, consider Qormi, about 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi are key highlights.