Flights Barcelona → Malta
BCN → MLA
Route overview
The flight route operates from Barcelona, a city with an airport that has been in operation since 1916, to the popular tourist destination of Malta. The destination airport serves over six million passengers annually, reflecting its significant role in connecting travelers to this Mediterranean island nation.
The Barcelona (BCN) → Malta (MLA) route is operated by Iberia Airlines, Vueling Airlines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 18.4/100 (medium), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Malta the average ATFM delay is 16.6 minutes (main cause: ATC pre-departure). Departing from Barcelona the average ATFM delay is 1.5 minutes.
Heading to Malta: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Barcelona (BCN) to Malta (MLA) heads south-east for about 1,236 km, a flight time of roughly 1h 58m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Barcelona the average ATFM delay is 1.5 min (atfm); arriving into Malta it is 16.6 min (ATC pre-departure).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vueling Airlines (VY) | 89% | 19 min | 0.0% |
| Iberia Airlines (IB) | 86% | 17 min | 4.8% |
Airlines operating BCN-MLA
Airports
Frequently asked questions about BCN-MLA
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: Iberia Airlines, Vueling Airlines.
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The Barcelona-Malta route is about 1,236 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €250, barring extraordinary circumstances.
