Flying from Parma Airport (PMF) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Parma Airport to Malta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Parma.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your PMF to MLA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Traveling to Valletta (and then seeing more of Malta!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Parma Airport to Malta International Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Parma Airport to Malta International Airport. Cagliari Elmas Airport is a popular stopover on the PMF to MLA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Parma Airport (PMF) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Right now, $74 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Parma Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $167. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from PMF to MLA, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Parma Airport to Malta International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PMF to MLA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Parma Airport to Malta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Parma Airport (PMF)
When it comes to Parma Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.27% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Parma Airport from central Parma, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 3 miles from the airport to the city center.
Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Parma Airport to Malta International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near PMF:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
Consider staying in a hotel near MLA if you have a late Parma Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running 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.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Malta International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
From Malta International Airport, Valletta is approximately 5 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the center.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Parma Airport to Malta International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Valletta in April.
When reserving your flight from Parma 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 77ºF to 86ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PMF to MLA in February. Temperatures average between 52ºF and 61ºF then.
Explore more of Malta
Valletta is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malta you should also see. Around 3 miles west of Valletta, a visit to Birkirkara will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Gnien il Haddiem, Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park.
Around 3 miles south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another favorite stop in Malta. No visit is complete without checking out Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.