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

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£77

Average price

£77

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Ferries per day

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Malta (Island) to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Malta (Island) to Catania will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £77.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Malta (Island) for Catania every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun 21 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.

ST JOHN PAUL II

06:301h45

Port of Valletta

08:15Port of Pozzallo

£771One-way

0 changes

JEAN DE LA VALETTE

17:001h45

Port of Valletta

18:45Port of Pozzallo

£771One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Malta (Island) to Catania

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Malta (Island) to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £66, and a flight costs an average of £23.

Distance: 102 nautical miles (189 km)

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Ferry	Most popular Flight
£81 Average Price Cheapest	£107 Average Price
2h 45m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time*	3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Most popular ferry company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options

Malta (Island) to Catania 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
Operator Virtu Ferries	Departure Time 06:30	Arrival Time 08:15	Duration 1h45	Sailing Days Sun
Operator Virtu Ferries	Departure Time 18:00	Arrival Time 19:45	Duration 1h45	Sailing Days Mon, Fri
Operator Virtu Ferries	Departure Time 07:30	Arrival Time 09:15	Duration 1h45	Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri
Operator Virtu Ferries	Departure Time 05:00	Arrival Time 06:45	Duration 1h45	Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri
Operator Virtu Ferries	Departure Time 17:00	Arrival Time 18:45	Duration 1h45	Sailing Days Sun

Live departures

Malta (Island) to Catania ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Malta (Island) to Catania ferries for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 06:36

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
ST JOHN PAUL II	05:30 Port of Valletta	1h45	07:15 Port of Pozzallo	0 changesdirect
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Overview: Ferry from Malta (Island) to Catania

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Ferries from Malta (Island) to Catania run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, 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.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £23

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Distance

102 nautical miles (189 km)

Average sailing duration

1h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

£66

Ferries per day

Direct ferries

Available

Average weekly sailings

Fastest ferry

1h 45m

First ferry

01:00

Last ferry

23:30

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £23

Ferry operators: Virtu Ferries from Malta (Island) to CataniaYou can travel by ferry between Malta (Island) to Catania with Virtu Ferries for as low as £23. 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: Malta (Island) to Catania ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malta (Island) to Catania 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 Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Yes, you can take a flight between Malta and Catania.

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