Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Valletta and Rome share the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from MLA to FCO start from 05:55 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 21:10 with KM Malta Airlines. Overall, there are 79 weekly Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MLA to FCO flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Rome (and then other parts of Italy) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is ITA Airways.
KM Malta Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for MLA to FCO flights, with 90.35% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MLA and FCO:
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport
Trieste - Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
C$29 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$58. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MLA to FCO, reserve your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MLA to FCO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
72.79% of flights departing from Malta International Airport reach 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 catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a handy hotel near MLA? If you're catching an early flight from Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're coming in on a late Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near FCO:
Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Rome. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Malta International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLA to FCO in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Italy, head for Naples, roughly 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key highlights.