Direct (nonstop) flights from Rome to Malta

4 airlines fly nonstop from Fiumicino (FCO) to Malta International Airport (MLA). It's 428 miles (688 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by ITA Airways, Ryanair, KM Malta Airlines and others.

FCO
Fiumicino
🇮🇹 Rome, Italy
MLA
Malta International Airport
🇲🇹 Malta, Malta
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
428 mi
688 km
CO₂/pax
79 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
ITA Airways +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by ITA Airways ITA Airways Ryanair Ryanair KM Malta Airlines KM Malta Airlines Wizz Air Malta Wizz Air Malta

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

ITA Airways AZ ITA Airways
Route
FCO → MLA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
428 mi
Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
FCO → MLA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
428 mi
KM Malta Airlines KM KM Malta Airlines
Route
FCO → MLA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
428 mi
Wizz Air Malta W4 Wizz Air Malta
Route
FCO → MLA
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
428 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Rome to Malta with one stop · direct emits 79 kg CO₂ per passenger

FCO TPS (Trapani) MLA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (268 mi) Leg 2: 50m (180 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → TPS
1h 10m · 268 mi
View FCO to TPS flights →
Leg 2
TPS → MLA
50m · 180 mi
View TPS to MLA flights →
FCO CTA (Catania) MLA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (334 mi) Leg 2: 50m (116 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 108 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → CTA
1h 20m · 334 mi
View FCO to CTA flights →
Leg 2
CTA → MLA
50m · 116 mi
View CTA to MLA flights →
FCO SUF (Lamezia-Terme) MLA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (290 mi) Leg 2: 1h (232 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+54% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → SUF
1h 10m · 290 mi
View FCO to SUF flights →
Leg 2
SUF → MLA
1h · 232 mi
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FCO NAP (Naples) MLA
Leg 1: 55m (123 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (347 mi) Total: ~2h 13m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → NAP
55m · 123 mi
View FCO to NAP flights →
Leg 2
NAP → MLA
1h 18m · 347 mi
View NAP to MLA flights →
FCO CAG (Cagliari) MLA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (242 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (379 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → CAG
1h 10m · 242 mi
View FCO to CAG flights →
Leg 2
CAG → MLA
1h 15m · 379 mi
View CAG to MLA flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Rome to Malta?

A nonstop flight from Rome (FCO) to Malta (MLA) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 428 miles (688 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Rome to Malta?

4 airlines: ITA Airways, Ryanair, KM Malta Airlines, Wizz Air Malta.

Is there a nonstop flight from Rome to Malta?

Yes. 4 airlines: ITA Airways, Ryanair, KM Malta Airlines, Wizz Air Malta.

How far is Rome from Malta?

The flight distance from Rome to Malta is 428 miles (688 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Rome to Malta?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Italy to Malta?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Malta embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Rome to Malta?

Roughly 79 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 395 km.

Is the return flight from Malta to Rome also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rome to Malta?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Fiumicino for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.