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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $143. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Valletta.$44 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $44, select.
Valletta.$47 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $47, select.
Valletta.$54 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $54, select.
Valletta.$60 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $60, select.
Valletta.$79 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Valletta.$79 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Valletta.$79 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Valletta.$79 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.
Valletta.$84 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $84, select.
Valletta.$94 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $94, select.
Valletta.$97 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $97, select.
Valletta.$111 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
Valletta.$128 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $128, select.
Valletta.$136 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 16 Jun, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $136, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from $47
Jul
from $54
Aug
from $44
Sep
from $94
Oct
from $60
Nov
from $79
Dec
from $79
Jan
from $84
Feb
from $79
Mar
from $79
Apr
from $97
May
from $128

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International

Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Valletta below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Luqa Malta International.

Luqa Malta International

6km from central Valletta
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Edinburgh to Valletta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$44
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International is $99. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International.
Ryanair, Ryanair UK Ltd. and Malta Air fly direct from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International.
As of June 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Luqa Malta International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport on Thursday, 6 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Luqa Malta International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Valletta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Luqa Malta International.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.

  • The timezone in Valletta is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Every week, there are four Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flights.

  • Your EDI to MLA flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • You can travel nonstop to Valletta, Malta. Take to the skies with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport:

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.

  • With 65.96% of services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating EDI to MLA flights.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EDI and MLA:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • London Stansted Airport

    • Brussels S. Charleroi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight is $44. A return fare is currently $98. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from EDI to MLA by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from EDI to MLA.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • 73% of flights that take off from Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals to explore Valletta and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Luqa Malta International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA) to central Valletta

  • Luqa Malta International Airport to central Valletta has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Valletta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Valletta is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from EDI to MLA in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malta

  • Birkirkara is just one of the many cities in Malta waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Valletta. Around 5 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including St Helen's Basilica, Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in Malta, consider Qormi, about 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri are key highlights.

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