Flights Madrid → Malta
MAD → MLA
Route overview
The flight route operates from Madrid, a city with an airport that has been in service since 1931, 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 Madrid (MAD) → Malta (MLA) route is operated by Ryanair. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 12.5/100 (low), 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 Madrid the average ATFM delay is 1.5 minutes.
Heading to Malta: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Madrid (MAD) to Malta (MLA) heads east for about 1,658 km, a flight time of roughly 2h 30m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Madrid 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair (FR) | 85% | 23 min | 0.6% |
Airlines operating MAD-MLA
Airports
Frequently asked questions about MAD-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 1 airline: Ryanair.
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The Madrid-Malta route is about 1,658 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €400, barring extraordinary circumstances.
