London to Valletta (LGW–MLA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LGW–MLA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways, easyJet and KM Malta Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,283 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways | 14 | 321 | 3h15-3h20 | – | Oneworld | – |
| U2 easyJet | 14 | 320, 321 | 3h-3h15 | – | – | – |
| KM KM Malta Airlines Also: BT | 7 | 32N | 3h15 | – | – | BT |
| LS Jet2.com | 2 | 32Q | 3h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Valletta from London
| Metric | LGW→MLA | LHR→MLA | SEN→MLA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi | 48 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 44 | 28 | 3 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 3h 20m | 3h 5m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · MLA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 7:00 PM in Valletta.
British passport holders enter Malta (Schengen Area) visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit at the border.
No supporting documents are mandatory, though border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds. The 90-day allowance is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.
Direct flights from London Heathrow and Gatwick to Malta International Airport (MLA) run about 3 hours on Air Malta, Ryanair, and easyJet. Malta uses the euro. English is one of Malta's two official languages (alongside Maltese), so communication is never a barrier. No vaccination requirements. Public transport runs on the Tallinja card (EUR 1.50 per trip, EUR 21 for a 7-day explore card). Bolt operates for ride-hailing. Tap water is safe but heavily desalinated; most locals drink bottled.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–MLA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to MLA
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Malta International Airport (MLA) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways, easyJet, KM Malta Airlines and Jet2.com. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LGW to MLA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to MLA is about 3 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,283 miles (2,065 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 83 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Geneva Cointrin, Milan Malpensa and Catania-Fontanarossa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR), Southend-on-Sea, Essex (SEN) and Luton, Luton (LTN).