Plan your Malta holiday

Malta from Portugal

Direct flights, package deals and the best of Malta for travellers from Portugal.

Best time to visit

Monthly breakdown for Portugal travellers planning a Malta trip.

Best value
May · Jun · Oct · Nov
Peak season
Jul · Aug · Sep — Hotter, busier and more expensive

Getting there

Flight time
3–3½ h

From Portugal

  • Faro (FAO)
  • Madeira (Funchal) (FNC)
  • Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO)
  • Lisbon (LIS)

Arriving in Malta

  • Luqa (MLA)
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Where to stay in Malta

  • Valletta — History, architecture and culture lovers; walkers and couples
  • Victoria — Slow travel, nature and history; escaping the crowds
  • Birkirkara — Local life, budget stays and easy transport connections
  • Marsaxlokk — Photographers, foodies and slow-morning day-trippers

Package holidays vs booking independently

Compare packages from Portugal-based operators against building your own trip.

Package holidays

Package availability varies by departure airport and dates. Compare the total with booking flights and accommodation separately.

Book independently

Search flights and hotels separately for more flexibility and often better value outside peak weeks.

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