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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Catania to Malta (Island)
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Catania to Malta (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Malta (Island) will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £82.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Catania for Malta (Island) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 19 Jul the direct ferries cover the 189 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
JEAN DE LA VALETTE21:301h45Port of Pozzallo23:15Port of Valletta£821One-way0 changes- JEAN DE LA VALETTE13:301h45Port of Pozzallo15:15Port of Valletta£821One-way0 changes
- ST JOHN PAUL II18:301h45Port of Pozzallo20:15Port of Valletta£821One-way0 changes
- JEAN DE LA VALETTE21:301h45Port of Pozzallo23:15Port of Valletta£821One-way0 changes
- JEAN DE LA VALETTE13:301h45Port of Pozzallo15:15Port of Valletta£821One-way0 changes
- ST JOHN PAUL II18:301h45Port of Pozzallo20:15Port of Valletta£821One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Catania to Malta (Island)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Catania to Malta (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £65, and a flight costs an average of £15.
Distance: 102 nautical miles (189 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£72 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Catania to Malta (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sun |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 21:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 23:45 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Catania to Malta (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Malta (Island) ferries for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JEAN DE LA VALETTE | 19:30 Port of Pozzallo | 1h45 | 21:15 Port of Valletta | 0 changesdirect | |
| ST JOHN PAUL II | 22:00 Port of Pozzallo | 1h45 | 23:45 Port of Valletta | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Catania to Malta (Island)
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Ferries from Catania to Malta (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 102 nautical miles (189 km) distance in 1h 45m. There are 16 sailings per week.
Distance 102 nautical miles (189 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 16 |
Fastest ferry 1h 45m |
First ferry 5:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Ferry operators: Virtu Ferries from Catania to Malta (Island)You can travel by ferry between Catania to Malta (Island) with Virtu Ferries for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Catania to Malta (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Malta (Island) by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Malta (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Catania and Malta (Island)
Most Catania to Malta (Island) ferries use the Port of Pozzallo to Port of Valletta port pair. Use this guide to compare Catania and Malta (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Malta (Island) port do ferries from Catania arrive at?
Getting to Port of Valletta from Malta city centre
Port of Valletta port facilities and services
Port of Valletta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe Society (0.3km), Panorama Restaurant (0.5km), Rampila Restaurant (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Valletta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Valletta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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