Holiday destination
Malta
Malta packs a remarkable amount of history into a small, sunny island, from Valletta's fortifications to prehistoric temples. Its sister island of Gozo is greener and quieter. English is an official language and cars drive on the left.
Region: Europe
Trip types on sale: Beach.
Places
Gozo
Malta's quieter, greener sister island.
View 1 holiday featuring GozoValletta
Malta's fortified capital, overlooking the Grand Harbour.
View 1 holiday featuring Valletta
Best time to go
April to June and September to October; July and August are hot. Winters are mild for sightseeing.
Who it suits
Couples, families, divers and history lovers.
Getting there
Flights run from London and many UK regional airports to Malta (MLA), taking about 3 hours.
Practical
- Time: 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
- Currency: Euro
- Language: Maltese and English.
Typical daytime highs
- Spring (March to May). Typical daytime highs around 18 to 23°C in spring (March to May).
- Summer (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 29 to 32°C in summer (June to August).
- Autumn (September to November). Typical daytime highs around 23 to 28°C in autumn (September to November).
- Winter (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 15 to 17°C in winter (December to February).
These are typical ranges, not a forecast.
Things to do
- Explore Valletta and St John's Co-Cathedral
- Take the ferry to Gozo
- Swim in the Blue Lagoon on Comino
- Visit the old walled city of Mdina
- Dive or snorkel in clear water
Questions
How long is the flight to Malta?
About 3 hours from the UK.
Is English spoken in Malta?
Yes, English is an official language alongside Maltese.
UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.