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Air Malta is the airline of the Maltese Islands.
We are proud to connect Malta with over 35 major cities across Europe and the Mediterranean. Working together with our partner airlines, we offer convenient connections to many more destinations in North America and the Middle East.
Our past
1974 proved to be a momentous year for our country. Air Malta commenced operations on 1 April, and Malta declared itself a republic later in the year.
The setting up of Air Malta was one of the first signs of a young nation fostering its identity and finding a new international voice.
By creating reliable air links to and from key European cities, Air Malta was able to support the economic and cultural development of the Islands. As standard bearer for the nation, our remit has always been that of an ambassador for the Maltese Islands.
Our present
Modern day Malta is a cosmopolitan country which blends time-honoured Mediterranean culture with a spirited, contemporary vibe.
Just as the country has changed, so too have we. We embarked on a major review of the airline’s strategy and operations.
Air Malta is undergoing vital restructuring, governed by EU requirements on state aid, aimed at securing it a sustainable and profitable future. While we are still in this process of change, progress is tangible and being measured against challenging milestones.
Our team is working towards creating lasting success, which will be achieved without any compromise in service and by offering better value for money.
As part of this process, we have launched a fresh brand identity. Our colourful new livery can be seen across the fleet.
Our new look is more than skin deep. It reflects accurately our more pro-active role as the destination airline of the Maltese Islands; a company dedicated 100 per cent to serving the Islands’ visitors and residents.
Our mission is even more ambitious. We aim to become recognised as one of the world’s leading destination airlines.
Our philosophy
As a destination airline, our wish is to place our deep understanding of Malta at your service.
We trust that our experience and knowledge of the Islands will help you gain greater value from the time you spend in Malta, Gozo and Comino. Our aim is to act as your dedicated destination partner, helping open up the myriad opportunities on offer, both leisure and business.
We are here to serve you. Whether you are a leisure visitor, a business traveller or resident heading abroad, we aim to offer a range of value-added extras – land- and air-side – tailored to your needs.
A commitment to offering attractive fares and value-for-money is central to our way of doing business. This website will always help you find the best fares available, and guide you to news about all our special offers and destination information adapted to your preferences and travel requirements.
Our inspiration
The Maltese Islands are our daily inspiration. While we are among many airlines operating to the Islands, we differentiate ourselves from our competitors by bringing you into contact with the richness of culture, people and place that is reflected in today’s Malta.
We are fortunate in having dedicated staff who are ready to communicate Malta with passion and assist with any queries you may have about the Islands or your travel in our company.
Our future
More than ever, Air Malta is at the heart of the Islands and their people, and we echo a shared sense of optimism for the future.
It is our daily mission to work together in achieving the exceptional standards of travel experience we’re aiming for at Air Malta. Our pride in doing a good job for our customers will focus our individual and collective efforts.
Our future lies in making it even easier for you to discover the Maltese Islands and to return home with an airline that has a genuine calling in serving your interests and those of Malta.
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15 Oct 21
NEWS
Air Malta Gatwick service restarts in DecemberFollowing positive signs of recovery across many European markets, Air Malta today confirmed a restart ...Read moreAir Malta Gatwick service restarts in December - News & announcementsFollowing positive signs of recovery across many European markets, Air Malta today confirmed a restart date for London Gatwick flights. The resumption of flights start on 11 December 2021. The airline had previously announced it would restart operations to Gatwick in summer 2022. The route will initially be served three times a week every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. London Heathrow will continue with daily flights during the winter season. These London Gatwick operations will be in addition to the airline's winter 2021/22 services announced earlier this month and are in line with the airline's new strategy to focus just on core markets and major airports with increased frequencies. -
06 Oct 21
Partner News
Air Malta Voted Amongst Top Regional Airlines at World Airline AwardsAir Malta has been voted the 3rd ‘Best Regional Airline in Europe’ and the 10th ...Read moreAir Malta Voted Amongst Top Regional Airlines at World Airline Awards - News & announcementsAir Malta has been voted the 3rd ‘Best Regional Airline in Europe’ and the 10th ‘Best Regional Airline in the World’ at the Skytrax World Airline Awards™ 2021. The Maltese airline has also been voted as the 5th Best Airline in Southern Europe. As a result of this positive performance, Air Malta climbed 7 places to 80th place out of the 350 airlines included in the survey results. The Skytrax awards are the global benchmark of airline excellence and the primary benchmarking tool for passenger satisfaction levels of airlines throughout the world. Commenting on these results, Air Malta’s Executive Chairman David G Curmi said, “It’s great to see these positive achievements in this challenging environment. Such results give us confidence that we are on the right track to improve our customer experience both onboard our flights as well as on the ground. I wish to thank all staff who have positively contributed to these results and are working tirelessly especially during these challenging times.” The survey was conducted online between September 2019 and July 2021 with 13.42 million eligible survey entries completed, across a range of topics. The survey covered full-service and low-cost airlines and measured standards across 68 key performance indicators of airline front-line product and service. Over 100 different nationalities participated in the survey covering world airlines from largest international airlines to smaller domestic carriers. More information on these awards is available at: www.worldairlineawards.com. -
17 Sep 21
NEWS
Air Malta to resume services to London Gatwick next summerAir Malta will resume flights to London Gatwick for summer 2022. Gatwick will be ...Read moreAir Malta to resume services to London Gatwick next summer - News & announcementsAir Malta will resume flights to London Gatwick for summer 2022. Gatwick will be served with a daily service from 27 March 2022 and complement 15 services per week to London Heathrow that Air Malta will operate in summer 2022. At the same time the airline restarts Madrid and Moscow Sheremetyevo flights three times per week and twice a week respectively. "Our plans are to effectively double our capacity which we will operate during this forthcoming winter period..Our focus will remain on our core European markets", said Air Malta's Executive Chairman, David G Curmi. The airline will continue code-share agreements with Aeroflot, airBaltic, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Czech Airlines, Emirates, Etihad, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines and Turkish Airlines to enhance its network capabilities. Roy Kinnear, Air Malta's Chief Commercial Officer added: "We have started to see signs of recovery across our European markets, obviously with some regions responding faster than others. We are glad to announce our intention to resume services to London Gatwick, Madrid and Moscow, three routes which we had to unfortunately temporarily suspend last year." -
16 Sep 21
Partner News
Air Malta to resume services to London Gatwick, Madrid and Moscow Airports in Summer 2022Air Malta is pleased to announce its intention to resume flights between the Islands and ...Read moreAir Malta to resume services to London Gatwick, Madrid and Moscow Airports in Summer 2022 - News & announcementsAir Malta is pleased to announce its intention to resume flights between the Islands and London Gatwick, Madrid and Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport for Summer 2022. London Gatwick airport will be served with a daily service whilst Madrid and Moscow will be served three times per week and twice a week respectively. These new services will start from the 27th March 2022 and are part of a total of over 250 flights per week to 20 destinations which also includes 15 services per week to London Heathrow that Air Malta will operate to in summer 2022. “We are working hard on an ambitious flight schedule that demonstrates our strong belief that travel and tourism will bounce back next year. Our plans are to effectively double our capacity which we will operate during this forthcoming Winter period. It is a strong commitment by Air Malta towards the travelling public and the industry. Our focus will remain on our core European markets”, commented Air Malta’s Executive Chairman, David G Curmi. Roy Kinnear, Air Malta’s Chief Commercial Officer added, “We have started to see signs of recovery across our European markets, obviously with some regions responding faster than others. We are glad to announce our intention to resume services to London Gatwick, Madrid and Moscow, three routes which we had to unfortunately temporarily suspend last year. Over the last months we have worked hard to put in place a stronger sales and distribution strategy, signing agreements with key sales representatives in various markets and revamping our website and booking engine. I am positively optimistic that these changes, together with strong demand for travel next year, will support us to have a great 2022.” The airline will continue code-share agreements with Aeroflot, airBaltic, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Czech Airlines, Emirates, Etihad, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines and Turkish Airlines that will enhance its network capabilities. For more information visit airmalta.com, call Air Malta’s sales office on +356 21662211, or visit the Sales Office at Malta International Airport or from your preferred travel agent. -
12 Jul 21
NEWS
Malta accepting only fully vaccinated travellersMalta has tightened rules again and will only admit fully vaccinated travellers. The country had ...Read moreMalta accepting only fully vaccinated travellers - News & announcementsMalta has tightened rules again and will only admit fully vaccinated travellers. The country had already mandated full vaccinations for travel from the UK due to fears of the spread of the Delta variant. Flag carrier Air Malta is bracing for a slump in bookings for summer holidays and said its call centre was swamped with calls over the weekend seeking details. When it was made mandatory for UK travellers, the airline said bookings declined about 30%.. Health Minister Chris Fearne argues the mandatory vaccination rule for all is a 'selling point' making it one of the safest countries to take a holiday in. Read full story -
30 Jun 21
NEWS
Malta refuses to accept NHS digital appThe Maltese government confirmed it will not now accept a digital version of the NHS ...Read moreMalta refuses to accept NHS digital app - News & announcementsThe Maltese government confirmed it will not now accept a digital version of the NHS app as proof of a vaccination. It will accept a printed hard copy. Although Malta is on the green list, travellers from the UK must present proof of being fully vaccinated to avoid quarantine. It takes effect today as Malta officially joins the green list. "From 30 June 2021, the Maltese authorities have announced that they will require all arrivals from the United Kingdom to present proof of full vaccination. Only the paper version of the NHS Covid letter will be accepted," the FCDO said. "Children aged five to 11 can travel if they are accompanying their vaccinated parents or legal guardian and must show evidence of a negative PCR test taken 72 hours prior to arrival. Under-fives do not need a test." Malta will accept the EU vaccine passport from 1 July. -
25 Jun 21
NEWS
Green list Malta tightens rules for UK travellersMalta has moved to tighten restrictions for UK holidaymakers, just as it was included on ...Read moreGreen list Malta tightens rules for UK travellers - News & announcementsMalta has moved to tighten restrictions for UK holidaymakers, just as it was included on the UK's green list. Expecting a flood of visitors, it has issued its own restrictions, requiring proof of vaccination in order to travel quarantine-free. It takes effect from 30 June and unvaccinated travellers will face self-isolation on arrival. The Maltese government amended rules due to concerns over the spread of Covid variants in the UK, which has led to a surge in cases. Malta hasn't yet said whether the NHS app will be accepted as a 'vaccine passport' proof. Malta was added to the green list along with Spain's Balearic Islands, Madeira and some Caribbean islands but is the only one not on the 'green watchlist.'
