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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Catania to Malta (Island)

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£79

Average price

£79

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Ferries per day

3

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

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 £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £79.

Fast ferries

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 Wed 03 Dec 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.

Virtu FerriesJEAN DE LA VALETTE
19:301h45
Port of Pozzallo
21:15Port of Valletta
£791One-way
0 changes
Virtu FerriesST JOHN PAUL II
21:301h45
Port of Pozzallo
23:15Port of Valletta
£791One-way
0 changes
Virtu FerriesST JOHN PAUL II
08:301h45
Port of Pozzallo
10:15Port of Valletta
£791One-way
0 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 £67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £67, and a flight costs an average of £28.

Distance: 102 nautical miles (189 km)

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Flight

£79

Average Price

Cheapest

£136

Average Price

2h 45m

Average total duration

1h 45m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

48m

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3h 0m

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Catania to Malta (Island) Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Virtu Ferries
Departure Time
14:00
Arrival Time
15:45
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Virtu Ferries
Departure Time
21:30
Arrival Time
23:15
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Virtu Ferries
Departure Time
18:00
Arrival Time
19:45
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Virtu Ferries
Departure Time
20:30
Arrival Time
22:15
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Sat, Sun
Operator
Virtu Ferries
Departure Time
08:30
Arrival Time
10:15
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Wed, Fri
Operator
Virtu Ferries
Departure Time
19:30
Arrival Time
21:15
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Live departures

Catania to Malta (Island) ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Catania to Malta (Island) ferries for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 06:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
virtu_ferriesJEAN DE LA VALETTE18:30 Port of Pozzallo
1h45
20:15 Port of Valletta0 changesdirect
virtu_ferriesST JOHN PAUL II20:30 Port of Pozzallo
1h45
22:15 Port of Valletta0 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 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:00, 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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Flight from £28
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Virtu Ferries
Distance
102 nautical miles (189 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£67
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
16
Fastest ferry
1h 45m
First ferry
04:00
Last ferry
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28

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 £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Virtu Ferries

About
Virtu Ferries is a Maltese company, founded in 1988, specializing in high-speed passenger and car ferry services. It operates daily, year-round routes between Malta (Valletta) and Sicily (Pozzallo), with a crossing time of approximately 90 minutes. The company utilizes a fleet of modern catamarans, including the M/V Saint John Paul II, which can carry 900 passengers and 167 cars or 23 heavy commercial vehicles. Virtu Ferries is a subsidiary of Virtu Holdings, a family-owned ship-owning group established in 1945, which has diversified into various maritime and other business interests. Annually, Virtu Ferries transports over 300,000 passengers and 70,000 vehicles on its Malta-Sicily route, playing a significant role in connecting the two Mediterranean islands for both tourism and commercial purposes. Its subsidiary, Venezia Lines, also operates seasonal services in the Adriatic Sea.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£71
Virtu Ferries frequency
2 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations accepted up to 24 hours before departure with fee
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria and bar service available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with assistance available
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Cabins available on Malta-Sicily route
Car on board

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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Catania to Malta (Island) can start from as little as £66 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Catania to Malta (Island) is £74; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time between Catania and Malta (Island) is on average 1 h 45 min   for the 117 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Catania to Malta (Island) by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Catania to Malta (Island) leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Catania to Malta (Island) leaves at 22: 00.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Catania to Malta (Island).
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Catania to Malta (Island).
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Catania to Malta (Island) as it is a vehicle-only route.
A day trip to Malta (Island) from Catania is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Catania to Malta (Island) by ferry is July.
You have options as you can travel to Malta (Island) from Catania 2 different ways: flight or ferry.

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