KM Malta Airlines

Q: What are KM Malta Airlines' airline codes?

KM Malta Airlines' IATA code is KM , its ICAO code is KMM , and its callsign is SKY KNIGHT .

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KM Malta Airlines is the national airline of Malta, flying from Malta International Airport to cities across Europe. This guide covers its hub, network, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, KM Rewards and airport transportation.

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Destinations: MLA
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About KM Malta Airlines

Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with KM Malta Airlines before travel.

Official name: KM Malta Airlines Ltd
Callsign: SKY KNIGHT
Country: Malta
Founded: 2023 (first flight 31 March 2024)
Head office: Luqa, Malta
Alliance: None
Frequent-flyer program: KM Rewards
Official website: kmmaltairlines.com

KM Malta Airlines is the national airline of the Maltese Islands. The company was founded in 2023 and operated its first flight on 31 March 2024. It is based at Luqa, next to Malta International Airport, and is not a member of an airline alliance, although it has codeshare and interline agreements with other European airlines, including KLM.

Its only hub is Malta International Airport (MLA). From there it flies about 20 direct routes to cities in Italy, France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Turkey. Some routes, such as Catania, operate in the summer season only.

The fleet is made up of eight Airbus A320neo aircraft in a two-class layout with Business Class and Economy Class.

Network

Where KM Malta Airlines flies

KM Malta Airlines flies point to point from Malta. Routes and frequencies change with the season, and some flights are operated in codeshare with partner airlines.

Italy

Year-round flights to Rome Fiumicino and Milan Linate, plus summer flights to Catania in Sicily.

France and Benelux

Paris Charles de Gaulle, Lyon, Brussels and Amsterdam. Amsterdam flights are operated in codeshare with KLM.

United Kingdom

London Heathrow (Terminal 4) and London Gatwick (South Terminal).

Central Europe and Spain

Munich, Berlin, Vienna, Zurich, Prague and Madrid.

Turkey

Istanbul Airport (IST).

Aircraft

KM Malta Airlines fleet

KM Malta Airlines flies a single-type fleet of eight Airbus A320neo aircraft. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Airbus A320neo

Used on every route. The cabin has a flexible layout, with up to 36 Business Class seats at the front and Economy Class behind, for about 168 seats in total.

On board

KM Malta Airlines cabin classes

Every KM Malta Airlines flight has two cabins. What is included depends on the cabin and the fare (Basic, Value, Plus or Flex).

Business Class

Seats at the front of the aircraft with inflight dining, a larger baggage allowance and more personal space. Business fares include overhead-bin hand luggage.

Economy Class

The main cabin, sold from Basic fares for travelers with only a small bag up to Flex fares with hand luggage, a checked bag and more flexible changes. Seat selection is available.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

KM Malta Airlines baggage allowances depend on the cabin and the fare (Basic, Value, Plus or Flex).

Small bag

Every fare includes one small bag that fits under the seat, up to 40 x 34 x 18 cm.

Hand luggage

One overhead-bin bag up to 55 x 40 x 25 cm. In Economy it is included with Plus and Flex fares (10 kg); in Business it is included with every fare (10 kg, or 2 x 8 kg with Business Flex).

Checked baggage

Economy Basic has no checked bag; Economy Value includes 10 kg and Economy Plus and Flex include 20 kg. Business Value includes 20 kg, Business Plus 32 kg and Business Flex two bags of 32 kg. Bags over 32 kg are not accepted as checked baggage.

Special items

Sports equipment, pets, children's items and restricted articles follow separate rules. Check the official KM Malta Airlines baggage page before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Online check-in on kmmaltairlines.com opens 24 hours before departure. At the airport, KM Malta Airlines recommends arriving at least 2.5 hours before departure; airport check-in closes 60 minutes before departure.

1 Confirm
Confirm the operating airline, airport and terminal.
2 Documents
Review passport, ID, visa and entry requirements for your destination.
3 Check in
Check in online as soon as it opens, 24 hours before departure. Online check-in is not available for flights from Berlin.
4 Boarding pass
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop and security, and be at the airport no later than the check-in deadline shown in your booking.

Lounges

KM Malta Airlines does not list a lounge of its own; eligible passengers use partner lounges listed on the airline's airport lounges page. Access depends on the cabin, fare and KM Rewards status. Check the location and opening hours before you travel.

Loyalty program

KM Rewards is KM Malta Airlines' loyalty program. Members earn SkyBux on completed KM flights, with the amount depending on the fare and status, and Status Points that set their membership level. SkyBux can be used toward fares and extras on KM Malta Airlines. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use KM Malta Airlines' official services:

KM Malta Airlines website

kmmaltairlines.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight information notices

Malta International Airport

The airport's live departures and arrivals board shows the current status of flights to and from Malta

Where you land

KM Malta Airlines airports

KM Malta Airlines operates every route from Malta. Check the airport on your ticket at the other end of the trip, since some cities have more than one airport in the network.

Malta International Airport Hub

MLA · Luqa

KM Malta Airlines' home base and only hub, at Luqa in the south of Malta. The airport has a single terminal, which handles all KM Malta Airlines check-in, departures and arrivals.