Journey from the UK
How long is the flight to Malta?
About 3h from London3 to 6 hoursChecked 22 October 2026
About 3 hours from London to Malta. Malta is 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
- Under 3 hours
- 3 to 6 hours
- 6 to 10 hours
- 10 hours or more
Rating3 to 6 hours
Areas covered2 on this page
Malta has one airport, close to Valletta. For Gozo, take the ferry from Ċirkewwa, about 25 minutes.
Flight times from London
- Malta (MLA)3 to 6 hours
About 3 hours from London, 3½ from Scotland.
- Gozo3 to 6 hours
Fly to Malta, then a 45-minute drive and a 25-minute ferry.
The journey at a glance
Flight from LondonAbout 3h
Distance2,102 km
Time difference+1 h
Main airportMLA
Straight-line estimate for a direct flight from Heathrow. Real flights often take longer.
Before you go
- Malta drives on the left and uses UK-style plugs.
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Questions people ask
Is there a time difference with Malta?
Yes: Malta is 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.