Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
London is one hour behind Valletta and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Choose from 26 weekly Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 02:25 departure with easyJet is the earliest available. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 23:40.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLA to LGW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to London (and then other parts of United Kingdom) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for MLA to LGW flights is British Airways.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MLA and LGW:
Naples International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
37 € is the best price for a one-way Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Return flights start at 95 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from MLA to LGW by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MLA to LGW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Malta International Airport, data shows 72.79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Malta International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Valletta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MLA? If you're catching an early flight from Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're getting in on a late Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near LGW:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the centre of London. The drive time takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the most popular month to head to London. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Malta International Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLA to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.