R8 442+ Cheap flights to Malta

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MLA
Jun 18 — Jun 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Malta in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Malta
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Malta. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 May 2026.

Mon 5/1013:30
JNB
-
MLA
2 stops29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/1010:20
MLA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/5R11 139
Wed 23/913:30
JNB
-
MLA
2 stops29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 30/910:20
MLA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/5R11 189
Sun 4/1013:30
JNB
-
MLA
2 stops29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/1010:20
MLA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/5R11 472
Wed 23/918:00
JNB
-
MLA
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/910:20
MLA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R13 237
Mon 29/613:30
JNB
-
MLA
2 stops29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 7/710:40
MLA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R13 404

Find flight deals to Malta

Find the latest flights to Malta in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 19 May 2026.

Return from

R11 139

One-way from

R8 442

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R11 755
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 5/10-11/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Luqa
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 3/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Malta
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price.
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R156 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in May 2026

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

13:30-18:35

2 stops29h 05m

Luqa Malta Intl

Sun 11/10

10:20-9:40

2 stops23h 20m

R11 422

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

18:00-12:15

1 stop18h 15m

Luqa Malta Intl

Wed 30/9

10:20-9:40

2 stops23h 20m

R13 237

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

13:30-18:35

2 stops29h 05m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 7/7

10:20-9:40

2 stops23h 20m

R13 703
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

18:00-12:45

1 stop18h 45m

Luqa Malta Intl

Sun 11/10

13:25-11:05

1 stop21h 40m

R15 968

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

13:30-18:35

2 stops29h 05m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 4/8

19:30-10:30

1 stop15h 00m

R16 384
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

13:30-16:50

3 stops27h 20m

R8 908
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

18:00-20:10

1 stop26h 10m

R10 839

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/5

Sorted by cheapest first

Best time to book a flight to Malta

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Malta

When is the best time to book a flight to Malta?

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Malta. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Malta?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Malta takes 27 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Malta from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Malta?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Malta are Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa and Air France.

Rainfall in Malta by month

Plan your trip to Malta by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malta ranges from 10.0 - 110.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 110.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Malta when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Malta by month

Plan your trip to Malta by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Malta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Malta. Reviews last updated 19 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Qatar Airways, andAir France to Malta to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

FAQs about flying to Malta

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Malta if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Malta on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Malta?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Malta.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Malta?

    Luqa Malta Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Malta. One-way flights to Luqa Malta Intl typically cost R3 321, while return flights cost around R729.

  • Does Luqa Malta Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Luqa Malta Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Luqa Malta Intl?

    Yes. Luqa Malta Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Airport Stays 2 in Malta is the closest property to Luqa Malta Intl (0,0 km away from Luqa Malta Intl).

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