MLA - Malta International Airport
Malta, Malta
IATA Code: MLA · Malta, Malta
The airport code MLA is the IATA identifier for Malta International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Malta Airport (MLA).
Malta International Airport (MLA) serves Malta, Malta, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
MLA is the IATA airport code for Malta International Airport, located in Malta, Malta. The airport is situated at coordinates 35.8575°N, 14.4775°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- MLA
- City
- Malta
- Country
- Malta
- Timezone
- Europe/Malta
- Latitude
- 35.8575°
- Longitude
- 14.4775°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from MLA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| GZM - Gozo | 26 km | $401 | $1/passenger |
| CIY - Comiso | 127 km | $1,959 | $4/passenger |
| LMP - Lampedusa | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| NSY - Sigonella | 176 km | $2,715 | $5/passenger |
| CTA - Catania | 186 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| PNL - Pantelleria | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| REG - Reggio Calabria | 267 km | $4,119 | $8/passenger |
| PMO - Palermo | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| TPS - Trapani | 289 km | $4,459 | $9/passenger |
| MIR - Monastir | 336 km | $5,184 | $10/passenger |
| MJI - Tripoli | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| NBE - Enfidha | 364 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| SFA - Sfax | 366 km | $5,647 | $11/passenger |
| SUF - Lamezia | 373 km | $5,755 | $12/passenger |
| TIP - Tripoli | 375 km | $5,786 | $12/passenger |
| TUN - Tunis | 396 km | $6,109 | $12/passenger |
| DJE - Djerba | 403 km | $6,217 | $12/passenger |
| CRV - Crotone | 418 km | $6,449 | $13/passenger |
| GAE - Gabes | 456 km | $7,035 | $14/passenger |
| ZIS - Zintan | 498 km | $7,683 | $15/passenger |
| TBJ - Tabarka | 516 km | $7,961 | $16/passenger |
| QSR - Salerno | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| GAF - Gafsa | 538 km | $8,300 | $17/passenger |
| NAP - Naples | 559 km | $8,624 | $17/passenger |
| SRX - Sirt | 568 km | $8,763 | $18/passenger |
| TEE - Tebessa | 576 km | $8,887 | $18/passenger |
| TAR - Grottaglie | 578 km | $8,917 | $18/passenger |
| LCC - Lecce | 583 km | $8,995 | $18/passenger |
| EFL - Keffallinia | 591 km | $9,118 | $18/passenger |
| AAE - Annaba | 607 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
| ZTH - Zakynthos | 608 km | $9,380 | $19/passenger |
| CAG - Cagliari | 609 km | $9,396 | $19/passenger |
| BDS - Brindisi | 614 km | $9,473 | $19/passenger |
| TTB - Tortoli | 617 km | $9,519 | $19/passenger |
| TOE - Tozeur | 618 km | $9,535 | $19/passenger |
| BRI - Bari | 620 km | $9,565 | $19/passenger |
| DCI - Decimomannu | 621 km | $9,581 | $19/passenger |
| FOG - Foggia | 627 km | $9,673 | $19/passenger |
| CFU - Kerkyra/corfu | 634 km | $9,781 | $20/passenger |
| QLT - Latina | 647 km | $9,982 | $20/passenger |
| PYR - Andravida | 648 km | $9,997 | $20/passenger |
| PVK - Preveza | 652 km | $10,059 | $20/passenger |
| GPA - Patras | 667 km | $10,290 | $21/passenger |
| EBM - El Borma | 668 km | $10,306 | $21/passenger |
| BEN - Benghazi | 678 km | $10,460 | $21/passenger |
| CIA - Rome | 680 km | $10,491 | $21/passenger |
| AGQ - Agrinion | 681 km | $10,506 | $21/passenger |
| FNU - Oristano | 681 km | $10,506 | $21/passenger |
| KLX - Kalamata | 688 km | $10,614 | $21/passenger |
| FCO - Rome | 689 km | $10,630 | $21/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your MLA Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from MLA
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Malta
Malta experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through MLA
As a European airport, MLA falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via MLA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Malta International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from MLA
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to MLA are GZM, CIY, LMP — consider these for potentially lower fares