Valletta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Valletta

With a population of 6,675, Valletta is a must-see destination in , Malta. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Valletta has to offer.

Where to Eat in Valletta

If you’re looking for affordable options, AKI (Aki) and Hard Rock Cafe Malta (Vault 17 Valletta Waterfront) are great picks.

When to visit Valletta

Valletta in January
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Valletta in January
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Valletta in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 48.2 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Valletta, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Valletta

Plane

When flying to Valletta, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Valletta from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car rental from Luqa, which is about 3 miles from Valletta. You’ll find branches of Priceless and SICILY BY CAR , among others, in Luqa.

Plane

When flying to Valletta, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Valletta from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Valletta is to pick up a car rental from Luqa, which is about 3 miles from Valletta. You’ll find branches of Priceless and SICILY BY CAR , among others, in Luqa.

Airports near Valletta

Airlines serving Valletta

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,593 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,932 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,717 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (707 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,445 reviews)
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Where to stay in Valletta

From 5-star hotels such as the The Phoenicia Malta to great affordable options like the The Capital Boutique Hotel, Valletta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $215 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Valletta

Most booked hotels in Valletta

The Phoenicia Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1088 reviews)
$376+
Hyatt Regency Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 4263 reviews)
$193+
The Embassy Valletta Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2487 reviews)
$233+
La Falconeria Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1790 reviews)
$154+
Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 13981 reviews)
$131+
Osborne Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4293 reviews)
$94+

Renting a car in Valletta

Renting a car in Valletta costs $21 per day, on average, or $82 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Luqa Malta Intl.

Expect to pay $5.38 per gallon in Valletta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.50 and $86.00. Mini (Suzuki Celerio or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Valletta, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Valletta costs $21 per day, on average, or $82 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 24% more expensive than at Luqa Malta Intl.

Expect to pay $5.38 per gallon in Valletta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.50 and $86.00. Mini (Suzuki Celerio or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Valletta, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.