Norwich, Norfolk to Valletta (NWI–MLA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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FR5883
FR Ryanair
73H
5:25 PM
GMT
9:40 PM
CET
3h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FR5882
FR Ryanair
73H
10:40 AM
CET
1:00 PM
GMT
3h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Norwich, Norfolk to Valletta
1 carrier, 4 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 4 Flights/wk 1,329 mi 3h 15m nonstop +1h ahead 1 1-stop hubs

NWI–MLA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 1,329 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop NWI–MLA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FR Ryanair 4 73H 3h15
Aircraft on this route
73H Boeing 737-800 – FR
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: FR (4 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, NWI to MLA direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
4
Outbound / wk
4
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NWI to MLA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~7h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
172
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Valletta from Norwich, Norfolk

Nearby airports with service to Malta International Airport.
Metric NWI→MLA STN→MLA SEN→MLA
Distance from NWI 70 mi 80 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2 1
Weekly flights 4 16 4
Flight time 3h 15m 3h 20m 3h 5m
Airports within 200 miles of NWI with service to Malta International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Valletta is 1 hour ahead of Norwich, Norfolk.
NWI: GMT · MLA: CET

When it's 6:00 PM in Norwich, Norfolk, it's 7:00 PM in Valletta.
Distance & Flight Time
1,329 mi / 2,139 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 15m.
Visa & Entry

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.

NWI–MLA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Norwich, Norfolk to Valletta route.
Route details
Distance1,329 mi / 2,139 km
Flight time3h 15m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights4 out / 4 return
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: NWI
IATA / ICAONWI / EGSH
TimezoneEurope/London
Elevation117 ft / 36 m
Destination: MLA
IATA / ICAOMLA / LMML
TimezoneEurope/Malta
Passengers/yr9.0M
Elevation300 ft / 91 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NWI to MLA flights.
Nonstop flights from Norwich Airport to Malta International Airport take approximately 3h 15m. The route covers 1,329 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Ryanair.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from NWI to MLA. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AMS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Valletta is 1 hour ahead of Norwich, Norfolk.
Yes, return flights from MLA to NWI are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include STN, SEN and LTN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from NWI to MLA

Norwich Airport (NWI) and Malta International Airport (MLA) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

NWI to MLA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NWI to MLA ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,329 miles (2,139 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via AMS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London, Essex (STN), Southend-on-Sea, Essex (SEN) and Luton, Luton (LTN).