Traveling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CMB to MLA flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Malta International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CMB and MLA:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
Right now, $281 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Malta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $599. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from CMB to MLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Malta International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CMB to MLA.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Malta International Airport.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
75.71% of flights taking off from Bandaranaike International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near CMB. Whether you have an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Malta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
If you're coming in on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Malta International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MLA:
Explore without limits with a Malta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and see more of Valletta and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Malta International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport is approximately 8 kilometers from the center of Valletta. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Malta International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Valletta. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Malta International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Valletta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CMB to MLA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malta
You've visited Valletta, now it's time to discover other corners of Malta. Travel about 5 kilometers west to Birkirkara to tick off its top attractions. From Gnien il Haddiem to Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Qormi is another well-known destination in Malta and is around 5 kilometers south-west of Valletta. No trip is complete without dropping by Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.
