Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International Airport is 2 hours.
Zagreb and Valletta share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from ZAG to MLA start at 05:45 — the first with Ryanair. The last service of the day is at 20:05 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of nine weekly Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ZAG to MLA flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School 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.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Valletta (and maybe even some other great parts of Malta!). Browse the direct flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International Airport offered by this airline.
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering ZAG to MLA flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive without delay 71.74% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Malta International Airport (MLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International Airport flight is $30. A return fare right now is $59. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ZAG to MLA, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Of the flights that depart from Franjo Tudman Airport, 67.18% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Franjo Tudman Airport from central Zagreb, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ZAG? If you're boarding an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Grab a Malta International Airport rental car and explore Valletta and beyond with your own wheels. MOVIS, BEE Malta and Sun Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Malta International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta
Malta International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Valletta. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Malta International Airport (MLA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Valletta in April.
The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Malta International 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 ZAG to MLA in February. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Malta
You've visited Valletta, now it's time to discover other corners of Malta. Travel around 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its popular sights. From Gnien il Haddiem to Santwarju Ta' Santa Tereza Tal-Bambin Gesù and Woof Indoor Dog Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta, Qormi is another essential stop in Malta. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Church of St George, Palazzo Stagno and Monument ta' Guze Muscat Azzopardi.