What is the cheapest way to get from Malta to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Malta to Istanbul is to fly which costs 5.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺ and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Malta to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Malta to Istanbul is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Malta and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Malta to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Tonn, San Pawl il-Bahar and arriving at Istanbul via Valletta, Scicli and Shkodër. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Malta to Istanbul?

The distance between Malta and Istanbul is 1422 km.

How do I travel from Malta to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Malta to Istanbul without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 2 days 7h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Malta to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Malta to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malta to Istanbul bus from?

Malta to Istanbul bus services, operated by Virtu Ferries Ltd, depart from Valletta station.

Where does the Malta to Istanbul bus arrive?

Malta to Istanbul bus services, operated by Virtu Ferries Ltd, arrive at Pozzallo station.

What is the time difference between Malta and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Malta. It is currently 11:52 AM in Malta and 1:52 PM in Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4250+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Malta to Istanbul - 2 ways to travel via plane, bus and ferry, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Malta to Istanbul by plane, busferry, or bus

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1. Fly from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Istanbul Airport (IST)plane MLA - IST
5h 39m
₺5,197–14,197
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Valletta to Pozzallobusferry
2. Take the busferry from Scicli to Shkoder,Rruga Teutabusferry
3. Take the bus from Shkodër to Istanbulbus
2d 7h

Malta International Airport (MLA) to Istanbul Airport (IST) flights

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3h 12mAverage Duration

₺4,722Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,421.6 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Malta and Istanbul, Turkey?

Air Malta, Turkish Airlines, and Aegean Airlines fly from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Istanbul Airport (IST) 4 times a day.

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