Statistics on Melbourne-Malta (Valletta) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Malta (Valletta) (from: Melbourne)
The average price to go to Malta (Valletta) from Melbourne airport is $ 1469 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1203 (in may) and $ 1873 (in july), which is a saving of $ 267 or a surplus of $ 404 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $1129 to $1182 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a friday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Malta (Valletta) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Melbourne-Malta (Valletta) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 14802 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Malta (Valletta) from Melbourne and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in may, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1203, saving $ 267 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1469). Conversely, july will be the most expensive ($ 1873).
Flight Melbourne-Malta (Valletta): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1387 | $ 1715 | high price |
| February | $ 1079 | $ 1337 | good price |
| March | $ 1045 | $ 1424 | fair price |
| April | $ 1138 | $ 1408 | fair price |
| May | $ 1018 | $ 1203 the cheapest | very good price |
| June | $ 1106 | $ 1384 | good price |
| July | $ 1439 | $ 1873 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 1167 | $ 1396 | fair price |
| September | $ 1249 | $ 1502 | fair price |
| October | $ 1035 | $ 1331 | good price |
| November | $ 1047 | $ 1325 | good price |
| December | $ 1388 | $ 1724 | high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Melbourne to Malta (Valletta)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Melbourne to Malta (Valletta) range from $806 to $1881. 2% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $806 to $860), 1% at the maximum price (from $1827 to $1881). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1129 to $1182 (9% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Melbourne->Malta flight
There are 16 companies that serve Melbourne from Malta (Valletta) airport: Qatar Airways, Scoot, Etihad Airways, Qantas, Jetstar, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, China Eastern, Airasia X, Cebu Pacific, China Southern, Air China, Malaysia Airlines, Thai Airways, Lufthansa and Malindo Air.
Data analysis:
Of the 14802 flights analyzed in previous years, Qatar Airways was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (18% of the time) on the Melbourne->Malta route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Melbourne-Malta (Valletta) flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $39. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $82.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Malta (Valletta) to Melbourne departing on a friday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a friday for your return date, you will save an average of $34. Conversely, departing from Malta (Valletta) on a tuesday may cost you an additional $69.
Top prices Melbourne-Malta (Valletta)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne → Valletta | 09-05 to 16-05-2024 | $ 1138 | layover flight with Jetstar |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 11-05 to 18-05-2024 | $ 1172 | layover flight with Jetstar |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 12-05 to 19-05-2024 | $ 903 | layover flight with Sichuan Airlines |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 15-05 to 31-05-2024 | $ 995 | layover flight with Jetstar |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 20-05 to 28-05-2024 | $ 971 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 06-06 to 15-06-2024 | $ 1030 | layover flight with Sichuan Airlines |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 10-06 to 17-06-2024 | $ 1110 | layover flight with Qantas |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 16-06 to 23-06-2024 | $ 1137 | layover flight with Virgin Australia |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 08-07 to 29-07-2024 | $ 1036 | layover flight with Air China |
| Melbourne → Valletta | 01-11 to 24-11-2024 | $ 1153 | layover flight with Swiss |
When to book your flight Melbourne - Malta (Valletta) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 3 to 4 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Melbourne-Malta flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a wednesday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Malta (Valletta), it is recommended to buy it 3 to 4 months before departure (it is then on average 1329 $, which is a saving of 140 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (222 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Melbourne to Malta (Valletta) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1648 $) |
| February | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1124 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1251), 3 to 4 months ($ 1235) |
| March | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1166 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1375), 4 to 5 months ($ 1269), 5 to 6 months ($ 1238) |
| April | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1240 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1364), 7 to 8 months ($ 1303) |
| May | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1084 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1183), 3 to 4 months ($ 1164), 4 to 5 months ($ 1195), 5 to 6 months ($ 1111), 6 to 7 months ($ 1200) |
| June | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1196 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1251), 4 to 5 months ($ 1335), 5 to 6 months ($ 1307), 6 to 7 months ($ 1262), 7 to 8 months ($ 1302), 9 to 10 months ($ 1347), 10 to 11 months ($ 1311) |
| July | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1493 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1859), 3 to 4 months ($ 1710), 4 to 5 months ($ 1751), 5 to 6 months ($ 1648), 6 to 7 months ($ 1870), 8 to 9 months ($ 1618), 9 to 10 months ($ 1505), 10 to 11 months ($ 1865) |
| August | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1238 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1321), 3 to 4 months ($ 1290), 4 to 5 months ($ 1346) |
| September | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1302 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1384), 3 to 4 months ($ 1382), 4 to 5 months ($ 1317), 5 to 6 months ($ 1325), 7 to 8 months ($ 1451), 8 to 9 months ($ 1473), 9 to 10 months ($ 1340) |
| October | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1131 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1152), 4 to 5 months ($ 1145), 5 to 6 months ($ 1251), 6 to 7 months ($ 1131) |
| November | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1153 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1242), 2 to 3 months ($ 1247), 3 to 4 months ($ 1186) |
| December | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1565 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1686), 4 to 5 months ($ 1700) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, wednesday is the day when plane tickets for Melbourne->Malta are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a wednesday, you will save $33. Conversely, by buying it on a friday, you may end up paying $31 more.
Melbourne to Malta (Valletta): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 1322 $903 to $3201 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 1109 $1030 to $1182 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 1345 $1017 to $2161 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 1278 $1134 to $1520 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 1369 $1180 to $1650 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 1194 $1176 to $1202 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 1308 $1153 to $1463 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 3001 $3001 to $3001 | very high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 2043 $1411 to $3174 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, june, july, august, september, october and november are cheaper to travel to Malta (Valletta). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!