Traveling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Lyon and Valletta are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Every week, there are three Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, pick the 21:30 KM Malta Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:35 with KM Malta Airlines.
To ensure you catch your LYS to MLA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
KM Malta Airlines is your gateway to discovering Valletta (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Malta!). Check out the direct flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with KM Malta Airlines on this route.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LYS and MLA:
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Currently, $67 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $147. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from LYS to MLA, reserve your journey five months before your departure date.
Organize your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
69.6% of flights that take off from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it takes about 35 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 miles from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LYS:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery 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 your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Malta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport to the center of Valletta has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Valletta. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 77ºF and 86ºF. Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 52ºF and 61ºF then.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malta waiting to be discovered. Around 3 miles west of Valletta, a visit to Birkirkara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Qormi is another sought-after destination in Malta and is around 3 miles south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without a visit to Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.
