Flying from Tirana Airport (TIA) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Tirana.
Pack your bags and choose from five weekly Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TIA to MLA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Wizz Air Malta is your ticket to exploring Valletta (and maybe even some other great parts of Malta!). Browse the direct flights from Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport offered by this carrier.
Wizz Air Malta is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana Airport (TIA) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
$30 is the lowest price for a one-way Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $59. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from TIA to MLA if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from TIA to MLA.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Tirana Airport (TIA)
Of all flights leaving Tirana Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.
Tirana Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Tirana. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near TIA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Grab a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Valletta. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Tirana Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TIA to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many cities in Malta waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.
Qormi is another must-experience destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. No journey is complete without a visit to Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri.



