Bus routes from Malta Airport reach Valletta in about 30 minutes for €1.50. Taxis take 15 minutes.
Things to do at Malta International Airport (MLA)
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Things to do in Malta International Airport
Malta is a Mediterranean island of extraordinary historical density — 7,000 years of continuous habitation concentrated on a 316 sq km island. Valletta (UNESCO), the world's smallest EU capital, has baroque palaces, grand churches, and the extraordinary St. John's Co-Cathedral with its Caravaggio paintings. The ancient Megalithic Temples of Ggantija (5,500 years old — older than Stonehenge and the pyramids) and the fortified medieval city of Mdina are equally remarkable.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Malta International Airport
- Valletta is extremely compact — the entire city can be walked in 2–3 hours. It's all uphill from the harbor, so comfortable shoes matter.
- The Blue Grotto sea caves (south coast) and Popeye Village film set are strong half-day options from the airport on longer layovers.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at MLA
2 Sanctifly partner lounges at Malta International Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestLa Valette Club
At Malta International Airport (MLA) in Valletta, Malta, the La Valette Club airport lounge is located in the Main Terminal on the airside, making it a convenient stop once you’ve cleared security and are ready to relax before your travel continues. After passing the security check, walk straight ahead through the Duty Free area. When you reach the Duty Free exit, turn left, then take the lift up to the 3rd floor to find the lounge. Being airside, La Valette Club is accessible only after security, so it’s ideal for travelers who want to settle in with comfort and quiet close to the departure gates at Malta International Airport.Book Now
100 points per guestVIP Lounge (Arrivals)
At Malta International Airport (MLA) in Valletta, Malta, the VIP Lounge (Arrivals) is conveniently located in the Main Terminal on the airside, making it an easy stop for travelers as they complete the arrivals process. After you pass the immigration check, continue airside toward the baggage reclaim area; the airport lounge is situated near the baggage reclaim hall, so you can relax close to where you’ll be collecting your luggage. This location is ideal if you want a comfortable place to unwind, regroup after your flight, or plan your onward travel in Malta while staying just steps from baggage reclaim in the arrivals flow.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.