Tripoli to Valletta flights
Valletta lies 356 km (221 mi) north of Tripoli, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 12 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Tripoli | Valletta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Libya | Malta |
| Population | 1.3 million | 6,794 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 44 m (144 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) | UTC+2 (Europe/Malta) |
| Nearest large airport | MJI, 9 km out | MLA, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Valletta
Crossing from Libya into Malta: money changes from the Dinar to the Euro (EUR); traffic switches to the left; sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +356; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Tripoli
Tripoli is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mitiga International Airport (MJI), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Valletta
Valletta is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Malta International Airport (MLA), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,991-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malta International Airport | MLA | 6 km (4 mi) | 10,991 ft | 300 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Valletta from Tripoli?
356 km (221 mi) in a straight line, north of Tripoli.
How long does it take to get from Tripoli to Valletta by air?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tripoli and Valletta?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tripoli to Valletta flights?
Typically Mitiga International Airport (MJI) to Malta International Airport (MLA).
What currency do I need in Valletta?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.