Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Valletta.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLA to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Malta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MLA and HEL include:
Riga International Airport
Naples International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
$137 is the best price for a one-way Malta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Return flights start from $307. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MLA to HEL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Malta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MLA to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Malta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
72.79% of flights that take off from Malta International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Valletta to Malta International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient hotel near MLA? If you're catching an early flight from Malta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider staying in a hotel near HEL if you have a late Malta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Helsinki and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Malta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Helsinki. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Malta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MLA to HEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Helsinki, now it's time to explore other parts of Finland. Journey about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to tick off its popular sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tampere is another sought-after destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without dropping by Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.