How long is the flight from California to Malta?

Average flight duration from California to Malta depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to Luqa is 14h 15m on average, while flying from San Diego to Luqa is 15h 50m on average. Luqa is the most popular airport in Malta.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Malta?

Air France, KLM, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from California to Malta

What airlines fly to Malta?

Lufthansa, KLM and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Malta from California according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Malta. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Malta on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Malta?

Prices for flights from California to Malta are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Malta?

As of February 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Malta.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Malta?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Malta.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malta?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Malta can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Malta. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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1:25 pm - 9:10 am

LAX

MLA

35h 45m

2 stops

10:00 am - 5:35 pm

MLA

LAX

15h 35m

1 stop

$461SWISS

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

8:10 pm - 9:10 am

LAX

MLA

29h 00m

1 stop

10:00 am - 5:35 pm

MLA

LAX

15h 35m

1 stop

$469SWISS

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

8:10 pm - 9:10 am

LAX

MLA

29h 00m

1 stop

10:00 am - 5:35 pm

MLA

LAX

15h 35m

1 stop

$470SWISS

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

4:45 pm - 5:30 pm

SFO

MLA

15h 45m

1 stop

6:20 pm - 2:40 pm

MLA

SFO

29h 20m

1 stop

$478Scandinavian Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, Apr 25

3:00 pm - 11:35 pm

LAX

MLA

23h 35m

1 stop

7:25 am - 2:45 pm

MLA

LAX

16h 20m

1 stop

$478Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20

7:45 am - 12:55 pm

LAX

MLA

21h 10m

2 stops

7:10 am - 12:45 pm

MLA

LAX

37h 35m

1 stop

$487Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

4:45 pm - 2:55 pm

LAX

MLA

37h 10m

1 stop

7:25 am - 11:50 am

MLA

LAX

37h 25m

1 stop

$488KLM

Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 14

1:45 pm - 2:55 pm

SFO

MLA

16h 10m

1 stop

7:25 am - 11:45 am

MLA

SFO

37h 20m

1 stop

$537KLM

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

10:30 pm - 12:15 pm

SAN

MLA

28h 45m

2 stops

5:55 am - 11:53 am

MLA

SAN

38h 58m

2 stops

$560United Airlines

Sat, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 19

6:05 am - 12:10 pm

ONT

MLA

45h 05m

3 stops

5:55 am - 9:58 pm

MLA

ONT

25h 03m

2 stops

$624United Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 10

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 5

SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco

39h 00m

1 stop

MLA6:50 pmLuqa Malta Intl

Mar 13

MLA7:45 pmLuqa Malta Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

SFO12:05 pmSan Francisco

$624

Turkish Airlines

Feb 28

SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco

20h 40m

1 stop

MLA6:50 pmLuqa Malta Intl

Mar 6

MLA9:45 amLuqa Malta Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

$629

Turkish Airlines

Feb 12

LAX6:45 pmLos Angeles

29h 05m

1 stop

MLA8:50 amLuqa Malta Intl

Feb 15

MLA9:45 amLuqa Malta Intl

34h 25m

1 stop

LAX11:10 amLos Angeles

$1,027

United Airlines flights from California to Malta

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United Airlines

May 4

SFO7:10 amSan Francisco

23h 45m

2 stops

MLA3:55 pmLuqa Malta Intl

May 12

MLA6:05 amLuqa Malta Intl

18h 17m

2 stops

SFO3:22 pmSan Francisco

$546

United Airlines

May 3

SFO5:00 amSan Francisco

26h 15m

2 stops

MLA4:15 pmLuqa Malta Intl

May 12

MLA6:05 amLuqa Malta Intl

21h 32m

2 stops

SFO6:37 pmSan Francisco

$551

United Airlines

May 4

SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

16h 15m

1 stop

MLA3:55 pmLuqa Malta Intl

May 13

MLA12:55 pmLuqa Malta Intl

20h 35m

2 stops

SFO12:30 amSan Francisco

$556

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Los AngelesLuqa

LAX - MLA

LAXMLA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

1:25 pm-9:10 am

2 stops35h 45m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 3/17

10:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$461

Los AngelesLuqa

LAX - MLA

LAXMLA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

8:10 pm-9:10 am

1 stop29h 00m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 3/17

10:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$469

Los AngelesLuqa

LAX - MLA

LAXMLA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

8:10 pm-9:10 am

1 stop29h 00m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 3/17

10:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$470

San FranciscoLuqa

SFO - MLA

SFOMLA

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

4:45 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 4/25

6:20 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$478

Los AngelesLuqa

LAX - MLA

LAXMLA

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

3:00 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Luqa Malta Intl

Wed 5/20

7:25 am-2:45 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$478

Los AngelesLuqa

LAX - MLA

LAXMLA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

7:45 am-12:55 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 3/17

7:10 am-12:45 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$487

Los AngelesLuqa

LAX - MLA

LAXMLA

Los Angeles

Wed 4/8

4:45 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop37h 10m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 4/14

7:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 25m

$488

San FranciscoLuqa

SFO - MLA

SFOMLA

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

1:45 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 5/12

7:25 am-11:45 am

1 stop37h 20m

$537

San DiegoLuqa

SAN - MLA

SANMLA

San Diego

Sat 4/11

10:30 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Luqa Malta Intl

Sun 4/19

5:55 am-11:53 am

2 stops38h 58m

$560

OntarioLuqa

ONT - MLA

ONTMLA

Ontario

Wed 4/29

6:05 am-12:10 pm

3 stops45h 05m

Luqa Malta Intl

Sun 5/10

5:55 am-9:58 pm

2 stops25h 03m

$624

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Malta?

The cheapest month to fly to Malta from California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $466, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Malta, with average flight prices from California averaging around $557.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Malta?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Malta from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Malta for around $798 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Malta from California for as low as $559 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Malta?
Prices for flights from California to Malta are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Malta?
As of February 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Malta.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Malta?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Malta.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Malta?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Malta can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Malta. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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SWISS	PriceFrom $467	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,867 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom $471	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,531 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $483	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,775 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom $489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,450 reviews	Search KLM flights
ITA Airways	PriceFrom $585	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,145 reviews	Search ITA Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $631	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,257 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $650	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,721 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $672	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,208 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from California to Malta with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Malta from California on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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Average flight duration from California to Malta depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to Luqa is 14h 15m on average, while flying from San Diego to Luqa is 15h 50m on average. Luqa is the most popular airport in Malta.

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