Car Rental in Malta
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Malta Airport Car Rental
Mini
Volkswagen Up
or similar
$4.75
/ per day
Malta Airport Car Rental
Economy
Nissan Micra
or similar
$6.06
/ per day
Malta Airport Car Rental
Mini Elite
Toyota Aygo
or similar
$7.48
/ per day
Malta Airport Car Rental
Compact
Volkswagen Golf
or similar
$8.00
/ per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Malta Airport Car Rental
Intermediate
Citroen Berlingo
or similar
$13.58
/ per day
Malta Airport Car Rental
Economy Elite
Citroen C1
or similar
$15.54
/ per day
Malta Airport Car Rental
Standard SUV
Volkswagen Tiguan
or similar
$20.99
/ per day
Malta Airport Car Rental
Compact Elite
Citroen C3 Aircross
or similar
$25.26
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 17:00 on 2023-11-27. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Languages
Maltese, English, Italian
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+356
Average car rental price
$13 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
35 - 50 km/h or 22 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 km/h or 50 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
$1.47 per liter or $5.57 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$1.42 per liter or $5.36 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$1.54 per liter or $5.81 / 1 gallon
Why rent a car in Malta?
Malta is a fascinating place to explore. The Mediterranean island nation is home to some of the loveliest beaches in Europe but also ancient sites that date back millennia. The distances between them are small, but each town and village has its own special atmosphere. Most of the attractions are on the main island, but the smaller islands of Gozo and Comino, which are just a short ferry ride away, promise off-the-beaten-path adventures.
Top ways to enter Malta
- Malta Airport: Malta Luqa Airport is served by many airlines, including a number of low-cost carriers, that connect it to mainland Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
- By sea: If your car provider permits it, you can take your rental on a ferry. It only takes about 90 minutes to reach Malta from Sicily by boat. You can also conveniently pick up your rental car after you’ve already arrived in Malta.
Top cities and places to visit
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Valletta. While its permanent population of just 5,800 people makes it comfortably the smallest capital city in the European Union, Valletta is one of Malta’s most interesting attractions (the numbers can be slightly misleading, too — the population of the city’s metropolitan area, which includes most of the island, is close to 480,000). Highlights of Valletta include the 16th-century St. John’s Co-Cathedral and accompanying museum, the Grandmaster's Palace (only partially accessible, but nonetheless worth it), Sant'Anton Palace (the residence of the Maltese president),the Parliament House, and the forts of Valletta.
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Mellieħa. Located in the northwest of the main island, Mellieħa is one of Malta’s most diverse destinations. In addition to its stunning sandy coastline, the little town is home to a number of historical attractions (not least of which is a Second World War shelter), Ghadira Nature Reserve, and even the Tuna Museum. The drive from Valletta takes about 40 minutes.
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Megalithic temples. Scattered throughout both islands of Malta, the prehistoric megalithic temples are among the most awe-inspiring landmarks in all of the Mediterranean region. The early civilizations that created them 5,000-6,000 years ago remain largely unknown to us, but some visitors would say that the mystery only adds to the experience.
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Gozo Island. The second largest island of the Maltese archipelago harbors some of the most dramatic sea cliffs in Malta. Take the Gozo Channel Line car ferry to Gozo Island and visit the Ta’ Cenc Cliffs and the Sanap Cliffs. The best way to see the Sanap Cliffs is to drive to Xlendi Bay and follow the coastal trail to the Sanap Cliffs viewpoint.
Most popular rental car
The most popular rental car in Malta is the Fiat Panda, but the Peugeot 108 and the Ford Fiesta are also popular.
Driver's license requirements
- Malta recognizes foreign driver’s licenses if they are written in a Latin alphabet and if you’re visiting on a trip that’s shorter than 12 months. If you’re visiting on a longer trip or if you’re a permanent resident of the country, you need to acquire a local driver’s license.
- If your driver’s license is in another alphabet (e.g., Cyrillic or Arabic), you need to have an International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Even if you have an IDP, you still need to also provide your valid driver’s license from your country
- You must carry your driver’s license, not a copy, with you at all times.
- You need to have had your driver’s license for at least two years.
- Some rental car suppliers charge a young driver fee for drivers between the ages of 22 and 25 and a senior driver fee for drivers over the age of 65.
- There may be additional requirements depending on the car supplier and category, so make sure to check the rental conditions before booking.
Most popular types of rental car
The most popular rental car type in Malta is a Mini, followed by Economy and Compact.
Car Rental Prices
- Convertibles - from $12 per day
- Station wagons - from $11 per day
- Large cars - from $9 per day
- Medium cars - from $6 per day
- Vans - from $24 per day
- Premium cars - from $61 per day
- Small cars - from $5 per day
- SUVs - from $12 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in Malta:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Malta is the cheapest in February when renting a car is about 50% cheaper than the yearly average and about 80% cheaper than renting a car in July.
Fact checked by
Sabrina Brett and Katrin Walzl
Fact checked and updated by Sabrina Brett and Katrin Walzl, the outdoor travel writers behind MoonHoneyTravel.com. Their goal is to make hiking in Europe more accessible by being a trustworthy resource for hut-to-hut hiking, coastal trekking, and day hiking.
Top 9 Most Popular Cities in Malta
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Car Rental in Luqa from $4.75 per day
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Car Rental in Gozo from $9.04 per day
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Car Rental in Valletta from $51.40 per day
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Car Rental in St. Julians from $6.81 per day
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Car Rental in Mellieha from $48.57 per day
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Car Rental in Bugibba from $24.33 per day
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Car Rental in Sliema from $48.84 per day
Top Most Popular Locations in Malta
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Car Rental at Malta Airport from $4.75 per day
Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Malta?
The cost of renting a car in Malta varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day in Malta
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Malta is February — when rental costs average $8.75 per day. This is 44% cheaper than the yearly average and 66% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average $25.90 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What’s the average rental length in Malta?
How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in June — an average of 7 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in January — an average of 6 days.
Average number of rental days in Malta
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Malta?
Based on how many customers search for a car in Malta, the most popular month is August, while the least popular is December.
Monthly searches in Malta by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Car rental locations | 13 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | Malta First Car Hire, Sicily By Car, CityGo Rentals, Caracter Rent A Car, Autounion |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans |
| Lowest price | $5 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | CityGo Rentals |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicily By Car | Opel Karl | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Sicily By Car | Hyundai I20 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| CityGo Rentals | Toyota Aygo X | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Malta First Car Hire | Fiat New 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Malta First Car Hire | Fiat Panda | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Malta First Car Hire | Citroen C3 | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Caracter Rent A Car | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Malta First Car Hire | Hyundai i10 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Sicily By Car | Citroen C3 | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| CityGo Rentals | Peugeot 108 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
DS
Poland
Toyota Aygo X
November 14, 2023
I would like to recommend courses try scuba diving. That was a good place to try it ;)
DP
France
Hyundai i10
October 27, 2023
The nature and sea in Malta exceed all expectations.
AM
Malta
Hyundai i10
August 30, 2023
A rental car is necessary to uncover all the beauty that Malta has to offer
MH
Slovakia
Fiat Panda
June 18, 2023
The car was reliable and suited to the conditions of Malta traffic. Thanks to that we got to see a lot of nice places that were hardly accessible by public transport or by foot. We went to lot of beaches, historical sites, rural towns, caves, views, even outside the mainland.
BM
Italy
Suzuki Alto
May 25, 2023
Malta is always a pleasant experience, many things to see in one place. Not so big so not much time to lose for travelling internally but simple and valuable things provided by its unique nature and location.
PC
United Kingdom
Citroen C1
March 12, 2023
First time in Malta, we need to come back as there is so much to see
BM
Italy
Suzuki Alto
November 4, 2022
Malta is neatufil and despite many times visited that could seem boring, actually there is always something new to explore and some good experiences to repeat. And so rich and multytier culture and tradition that one may spent long time discovering new and new stuff. A little gem in Mediterranean sea to come back and visit again and again, also thanks to relatively cheap flights and car rent.
LB
Hungary
Hyundai i20
August 6, 2022
Sightseeing in Valletta, St. Julians Bay, Sliema, the fishmarket and the port of Marsaxlokk, the old Capital Mdina, the Popeye Village were amazing.
Yiamas Greek Tavern in Mosta is the best in Mosta, very nice staff, delicious and authentic greek tastes.
LG
Italy
Citroen C3
July 2, 2022
Please share your impressions of the places you visited and give tips and recommendations for fellow travelers.
FR
Ireland
Fiat Panda
June 17, 2022
Easy to get to, use and very helpfull
HB
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
October 1, 2020
The car pick up / drop off point is busy, and often have to pick up and drop off at the passenger points.
KT
Poland
Citroen C1
July 11, 2020
Great customer support . Its a good company, i had some problems with a car, they manage that issue rly fast and professional.
MR
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
September 6, 2019
Renting a car is a must if you want to see all of Malta and Gozo. Brilliant road networks and good road condition. Managed to see most of Malta and Gozo and really enjoyed my stay.
VW
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
September 3, 2019
I was nervous about using this company but I was glad everything went well.
CS
United Kingdom
Peugeot 308
August 21, 2019
Go to Gozo and drive around all the beautiful bays
RT
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
August 13, 2019
Excellent service and no waiting around at any point either when collecting or dropping off, despite having to use the shuttle service to and from the depot.
SD
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
June 10, 2019
I have always found it quite easy to find my way by the good signage around Malta
GL
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
June 5, 2019
Sat nav is needed for Malta. I used google maps but sent me the wrong way up one way streets.
PC
United Kingdom
Skoda Fabia Combi
May 16, 2019
The roads are quite something, the road signs are easy to see and are understandable and they drive on the correct side of the road!
AB
United Kingdom
Fiat 500 Cabrio
May 15, 2019
Renting a car here is essential to get the most out of your trip!
FB
United Kingdom
Peugeot 108
April 13, 2019
Destinations around Malta and gozo using sat nav is a bit of a hit or a miss unless you know the language. Better using Google maps as more easier to navigate.
SG
United Kingdom
Citroen C3
April 13, 2019
Easy to drive around Malta but would recommend getting a Sat Nav. Made our experience a bit easier.
GH
United Kingdom
Peugeot 108 3d
April 8, 2019
Need a car to explore. Be very aware that the Malties are very bad drivers
BW
United Kingdom
Citroen C1
April 8, 2019
Definitely a good idea to rent your own car because malta is not well connected by public transport.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Autounion
9.3 / 10
Lowest rated company
ABBYCAR
5 / 10
Total number of reviews
85
Total rental companies
34
Average daily price
$12.71
Lowest daily price
$4.75
Total cars available
1260
Top 34 Suppliers in Malta in 2023
Autounion
4 locations
$9 - $154
CarQ
1 location
$23 - $62
SIXT
1 location
$17 - $166
OTOQ
1 location
$23 - $38
AddCar
1 location
$7 - $41
GreenMotion
1 location
Enterprise
1 location
$12 - $16
Europcar
2 locations
$19 - $69
Cargini
1 location
$28 - $74
Budget
4 locations
$9 - $105
Thrifty
1 location
Routes Car Rental
1 location
$33 - $82
United Rent A Car
1 location
$27 - $44
Avis
4 locations
$10 - $115
Sicily By Car
1 location
$8 - $199
Aquarius Rent A Car
3 locations
$24 - $62
Interrent
1 location
Economy rent a car
1 location
Firefly
1 location
Zezgo
1 location
Hertz
3 locations
$7 - $27
WheeGo
1 location
Surprice
1 location
$8 - $223
Carwiz
1 location
$6 - $115
CityGo Rentals
1 location
$5 - $78
Ace Rent a car
1 location
$26 - $58
Malta First Car Hire
7 locations
$7 - $125
Smart Car Rentals
1 location
$8 - $185
Ok Mobility
1 location
$12 - $34
Nexacar
1 location
$8 - $324
Goldcar
1 location
$17 - $68
Caracter Rent A Car
1 location
$5 - $322
EXER
1 location
$23 - $44
ABBYCAR
1 location
$17 - $38
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