Malta International Airport (MLA)

Arriving passengers step into a streamlined single-terminal layout that guides travellers efficiently from disembarkation to the public exit.

• Follow designated walkways or apron transfer buses into the arrivals corridor.
• Passengers arriving from non-Schengen countries must present a valid passport or travel document at passport control.
• Proceed to the baggage reclaim hall to collect checked luggage from the designated carousel.
• Pass through the customs channel; choose the green channel for nothing to declare or the red channel if carrying goods exceeding duty-free allowances.
• Exit into the main public arrivals hall, where ground transport counters, currency exchanges, and information desks are located.

• Zug

  Public Bus (Express Route X4)

  Direct express bus connecting the airport directly to the Valletta central bus station.

  Dauer:

  roughly 25-40 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  typically €2.00–€3.00 per single journey ticket

• Taxi

  Official Airport Taxi

  Fixed-rate pre-paid taxis available around the clock to all destinations in Malta.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-30 minutes to Valletta

  Typische Kosten:

  typically €15.00–€20.00 to Valletta (fixed tariff)

• Fahrdienste

  Ride-Hailing Services

  App-based rides requested via mobile platforms such as Bolt, Uber, or eCabs.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-30 minutes to Valletta

  Typische Kosten:

  typically €12.00–€22.00 depending on demand

• Mietwagen

  Car Rental

  Self-drive vehicles available from major international and local operators.

  Dauer:

  roughly 20-30 minutes driving time to Valletta

  Typische Kosten:

  varies according to vehicle type, season, and rental duration

Transferring between flights at Malta Airport is straightforward due to the single-terminal configuration.

• Passengers with a onward boarding pass for Schengen-to-Schengen transfers can proceed directly via airside transit channels.
• Non-Schengen to Schengen transfers require undergoing passport control and security screening prior to entering the departures zone.
• If luggage is not checked through to the final destination, passengers must collect bags landside and re-check at the departures hall.

Complimentary Wi-Fi coverage is provided throughout all public and gate areas of the terminal.

• Select the network named MIA Seamless Wi-Fi on your device.
• Accept the standard terms and conditions on the portal splash screen to connect.
• No mandatory user registration or fee is required for basic internet access.

Banking, currency exchange, and automated teller facilities are accessible landside and airside.

• Malta uses the Euro (€) as its official currency.
• Automated teller machines (ATMs) operated by local banks are located in both arrivals and departures areas.
• Bureau de change counters offering currency exchange services operate within the main arrivals hall.

A selection of quick-service food outlets, cafes, and sit-down dining options is available.

• Landside options include cafes and casual dining near the arrivals exit and main check-in hall.
• Airside departures host grab-and-go food outlets, international coffee chains, and bar service.
• Special dietary options (such as vegetarian or gluten-free items) are available at selected outlets.

Executive lounge facilities provide quiet space, refreshments, and business services prior to flight departure.

• The La Valette Club Lounge is located in the airside departures area.
• Access is granted to eligible premium class passengers, status holders, and members of recognized lounge programs.
• Single-entry pay-per-use passes can be purchased online or at the lounge entrance subject to space availability.

Accommodation options are situated nearby within the surrounding towns of Luqa and Gudja.

• There are no hotels physically inside the terminal building itself.
• Several boutique guesthouses and business hotels are located within a 5-to-15 minute drive or taxi ride.
• Travellers arriving on late-night flights can arrange short shuttle transfers or taxis directly from the terminal.

Baggage reclaim carousels and lost property support services are situated landside near customs.

• Reclaim carousels are clearly signposted immediately past passport control.
• Baggage handling and missing luggage enquiries are managed by ground handling agent desks inside the baggage hall.
• Left luggage and storage services are available near the main check-in area.

Amenities for passengers travelling with children are provided throughout the passenger terminal.

• Baby changing facilities are integrated into most set of public restrooms across landside and airside areas.
• A dedicated children's play area is available in the departures zone.
• Strollers are permitted up to the boarding gate, after which they are loaded into the hold.

• ATMs
• Currency Exchange
• Free Wi-Fi
• Duty Free Shops
• Executive Lounge
• Car Rental Desks
• Pharmacy
• Tourist Information Desk

Lokale Notrufnummer: 112 (National emergency service line).

• The national emergency services line throughout Malta is 112.
• First aid assistance inside the terminal can be requested via any airport staff member or information desk.
• In the event of lost passports or identity documents, report to the Malta Police station post within the airport.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• https://www.maltairport.com/Offizielle Flughafenquelle
• https://identitymalta.com/Regierungsquelle
• https://customs.gov.mt/Regierungsquelle
• https://www.publictransport.com.mt/Offizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• https://pulizija.gov.mt/Regierungsquelle