Traveling from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Beirut Airport (BEY): what you need to know
Beirut's timezone is UTC+2, making Beirut one hour ahead of Valletta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your MLA to BEY flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Luqa Malta International Airport to Beirut Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MLA and BEY include:
Istanbul Airport
Athens International Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to Beirut Airport (BEY)
At the moment, $125 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Luqa Malta International Airport to Beirut Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $315. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MLA to BEY if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Beirut Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from MLA to BEY is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Beirut Airport.
Handy information about Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
76% of flights taking off from Luqa Malta International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Valletta to Luqa Malta International Airport is around 8 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MLA? If you've booked an early flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Beirut Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Beirut Airport (BEY)
If you're arriving on a late Luqa Malta International Airport to Beirut Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near BEY:
Travel at your own pace with a Beirut Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, city car or Advance Car Rental and discover more of Beirut and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Beirut Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Beirut Airport (BEY) to central Beirut
From Beirut Airport, Beirut is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Beirut Airport (BEY)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Luqa Malta International Airport to Beirut Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Beirut. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Beirut is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Luqa Malta International Airport to Beirut Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLA to BEY in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Lebanon
Tripoli is just one of the many places in Lebanon waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Beirut. Around 72 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include The Great Mosque, Arghoun Shah Mosque and AlSaboun Caravanserai.
Sidon is another well-known destination in Lebanon and is around 40 kilometers south of Beirut. No journey is complete without a visit to Saint Louis Castle, Saida land castle and Crusaders Sea Castle.