Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta is seven hours ahead of Calgary and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your YYC to MLA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Right now, $1,227 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,460. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from YYC to MLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YYC to MLA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Calgary International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC's address is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary International Airport, 65.39% of flights complete their journey on time.
Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel near YYC? If you're boarding an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Malta International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're arriving on a late Calgary International Airport to Malta International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near MLA:
Grab a Malta International Airport rental car and discover Valletta and beyond with your own set of wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Malta International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Malta International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Valletta based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Calgary International Airport to Malta International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Valletta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 30ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YYC to MLA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malta
Birkirkara is just one of the many cities in Malta waiting to be explored once you've seen Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Malta, consider Qormi, roughly 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi are among the biggest draws.