Why take a flight to Malta?

Malta is a country that should be on every traveller’s bucket list. It has stunning landscapes, amazing beaches, a rich history, and delicious food. And not to mention cheap flights to Malta are widely available. You can expect a warm welcome from Maltese people too, who will go out of their way to ensure you have an enjoyable vacation.

If you’re in the mood for a party then Malta is definitely the place to be, with a vibrant nightlife and open-air clubs hosted by renowned DJs. A big deciding factor on why people fly to Malta is of course the summer beach life, with many of the best beaches located on the northern and western shorelines. Malta’s sister island Gozo also has great beach options which, while still beautiful, are more secluded.

When to book flights to Malta?

Malta is an all-year-round vacation destination offering lots of possibilities even out of high season. Outdoor activities such as biking and hiking are popular in low season, and Malta has enough historical sites and museums to keep you happy on the dullest of days. If you want to keep costs down on a vacation and catch some sun you can often get cheap flights to Malta in May, June, and September. The summer months of July and August are very hot and dry and full of festivalgoers.

How to find cheap flights to Malta?

It’s relatively easy to book a trip to Malta no matter what your budget with cheap flights available right through the year. If you opt for flight bookings with a flight stopover rather than direct flights to Malta, then this will bring prices down and you may be able to bag some bargain last- minute flights to Malta if you’re lucky. Use Expedia’s search engine to check out some of the cheapest flights to Malta by varying the dates and times of your travel.

Being more flexible about your travel arrangements and the airline you’re flying with will help to keep prices low.

Flights to Malta from Canada

There are no direct flights to Malta from Canada, however there are lots of flight options if you can fit in a stopover or 2. You can get flights to Malta from Canada from several major cities, including Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Vancouver.

• Flights from Ottawa to Luqa – 14 hours (1 stop)
• Flights from Vancouver to Luqa – 14 hours 30 minutes (1 stop)
• Flights from Calgary to Luqa – 14 hours 55 minutes (1 stop)
• Flights from Montreal to Luqa – 21 hours 30 minutes (2 stops)
• Flights from Toronto to Luqa – 24 hours 45 minutes (2 stops)

Main airports in Malta

Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) is Malta’s main airport.

Which airlines fly to Malta?

A number of well and lesser-known airlines fly to Malta from Canada. Airlines that fly to Malta include:

• Air France
• KLM
• Lufthansa
• Air Canada

How to get around in Malta

Malta’s small size makes it easy to get around via public bus service which is efficient and inexpensive. Taxis are widely available at all localities including the airport. Renting a car is a good option if you want to explore the far reaches of the island. You could also consider renting a scooter or bicycle, but bear in mind that bike lanes are limited on the island. A regular ferry service links Malta to Gozo, which takes around 20 minutes each way.

Must-see attractions in Malta

The city of Valletta is an ideal base for exploring the island of Malta, with its range of hotels, restaurants, and historical sites. From Valletta it’s an easy walk to St. John’s Co-Cathedral, built in the 16^th century, and the Grandmaster’s Palace, once the residence of the Knights of Malta.

The island of Gozo is well worth a day trip to see its fortified medieval city Victoria, the bustling resort of Marsalforn, and the Ggantija Temples, which date back to around 3500 BCE.

The town of Mdina invites you to step back in time within its medieval walls and sandstone buildings, and you can select from a wide range of hotels in Mdina too.

Tips for travelling in Malta

The local currency in Malta is the Euro and currency exchange can be found at banks and at ATMs. Major credit cards are accepted everywhere as are debit cards with the Cirrus logo.

If you’re driving in Malta keep to the left side of the road. Most roads are well kept but some of the smaller paths can be rugged so best avoided. There are 2 official languages in Malta: English and Maltese, and almost everyone speaks English in the tourist areas.

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