Planning a trip from Valletta to Kutaisi? Then this guide is worth a few minutes of your time, because it will help you put the journey together without any guesswork.
Which airlines fly from Valletta to Kutaisi?
There are no direct flights from the capital of Malta to Kutaisi International Airport. The good news is that the route is very easy to build with a single connection.
The simplest one-stop option is with Wizz Air, connecting through Katowice Airport in Poland.
Another way to fly with one stop used to be Malta to Vienna with Air Malta and then onward to Kutaisi with Wizz Air. This combination no longer works, and the section below explains what replaced it.
How long does the Valletta to Kutaisi journey take?
The total duration of an indirect flight always depends on the airline and on how long you wait at the transit airport. On this route, a journey with one connection takes roughly 9 to 10 hours in total.
One piece of advice: when you book tickets online, pay close attention to the layover time. Leave yourself at least 2 to 3 hours in the transit airport. That protects you from missing the onward flight if the first leg is delayed.
How to find cheap flights from Valletta to Kutaisi
- Book your tickets 1.5 to 2 months in advance.
- Buy both legs of a return trip at the same time.
- Fly with a low-cost airline.
- Travel with cabin baggage only.
- Choose dates outside the high season.
Finding cheap tickets for the Valletta to Kutaisi route online is simple. In our search engine you select your departure and destination cities, enter the dates you have in mind, and that is all there is to it. Within seconds the tool shows you the direct and connecting flights of every operating airline and agency, so you can compare all the available options side by side and pick the one that suits your dates and your budget.
Airline update you should know about
On 31 March 2024 Air Malta ceased operations. Malta’s new national carrier is KM Malta Airlines, which took over a large part of its predecessor’s network, including the Malta to Vienna route. At the same time, Wizz Air no longer flies from Vienna to Kutaisi, which is why a connection in Vienna is no longer the most convenient way to reach western Georgia.
Most flights at Kutaisi International Airport are still operated by the low-cost carrier Wizz Air, while flights from Malta into Europe are offered by Wizz Air, Ryanair, KM Malta Airlines and LOT Polish Airlines. The cheapest Valletta to Kutaisi itineraries are built where these networks overlap.
The best transit airports between Valletta and Kutaisi
The airports below have flights to both Malta and Kutaisi, which makes them the places where a one-stop journey actually comes together:
- Katowice (KTW, Poland) – the most convenient option. Malta to Katowice is served by Wizz Air and Ryanair, and Katowice to Kutaisi by Wizz Air, so both legs can be booked with the same airline.
- Warsaw (WAW, Poland) – Wizz Air and LOT Polish Airlines fly from Malta to Warsaw, and Wizz Air operates Warsaw to Kutaisi.
- Budapest (BUD, Hungary) – Wizz Air and Ryanair serve Malta to Budapest, and Wizz Air flies Budapest to Kutaisi.
- Milan (MXP, Italy) – the Kutaisi flight departs from Malpensa, so make sure the leg from Malta also arrives at Malpensa rather than Bergamo.
- Athens and Thessaloniki (Greece) – a particularly handy choice in summer, as both cities are connected to Malta and to Kutaisi.
If you are considering Rome, keep in mind that flights from Malta mostly land at Fiumicino while the Kutaisi service departs from Ciampino. That means changing airports, which costs both time and money.
Baggage and documents: what to keep in mind
- With low-cost airlines the fare normally includes only a small personal item. A larger cabin bag and checked baggage are paid extras, and buying them online in advance is always cheaper than at the airport.
- If you build the route from two separate tickets, for example Malta to Katowice on one booking and Katowice to Kutaisi on another, your baggage will not be transferred automatically. You will have to collect it, check it in again and pass through border control, so leave at least 3 hours for the connection.
- On a single booking the airline has to rebook you if the first leg is delayed. With two separate tickets that responsibility is yours.
- Georgian citizens holding a biometric passport can travel in the Schengen area without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, so a connection in Katowice, Warsaw, Budapest or Milan does not require an extra visa. Rules do change from time to time, so check the current requirements before you fly.
- Your passport should remain valid for at least 3 months beyond the end of your trip.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Valletta to Kutaisi?
No. There is no non-stop service between Malta and Kutaisi, so the journey always involves at least one connection.
How long is the trip?
With a well-timed connection, around 9 to 10 hours. With a long layover it can stretch beyond 15 hours.
When is the cheapest time to fly?
The low season, from November through March. Fares peak in the summer months and over the New Year holidays.
How far in advance should I book?
Low-cost fares rise as the departure date approaches, so booking a return ticket 1.5 to 2 months ahead usually gives you the best price.
Can I fly into Tbilisi instead of Kutaisi?
Yes. Tbilisi airport has a wider European network, and a routing from Malta to Tbilisi is sometimes more convenient. The distance between Kutaisi and Tbilisi takes about 3 to 4 hours by bus or train.