MIA
Miami
United States
8,762 km
5,444 miles
MLA
Luqa
Malta
Distance
8,762 km
5,444 mi / 4,731 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
55°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MIA MLA
Airport Name Miami International Airport Luqa Airport
IATA Code MIA MLA
ICAO Code KMIA LMML
City Miami Luqa
Country United States Malta
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Malta
Elevation 9 ft 300 ft
Coordinates 25.800000, -80.290000 35.860000, 14.480000

Miami (MIA) to Luqa (MLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami, United States to Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta is 8,762 kilometers (5,444 miles / 4,731 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Malta. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:44 in Miami, it's 06:44 in Luqa. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Luqa (MLA) to Miami (MIA) follows a heading of 294° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Miami International Airport (MIA) and Luqa Airport (MLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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