Mediterranean · Europe
Malta holidays
Best time to visit Malta
The strongest periods are April to June and September to October. July to August and November are good shoulder-season alternatives if you prefer fewer crowds. Daytime highs average about 25°C across the main season. Rainfall is usually very low.
How much does a trip to Malta cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £40 a day at the budget end, around £80 a day mid-range and £230+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £560 to £780 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £65 off-peak, £90 typically and £150 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes. Available accommodation spans cheap & cheerful, simple, comfortable, premium and luxury. The quiz prices the highest available tier that fits your selected minimum and total budget.
What kind of holiday is Malta?
Malta is strongest for history and culture, beaches and coastal time, and diving and watersports. The main settings are urban settings and coastal scenery, and the pace is balanced.
Strong fit if
- You want history and culture, beaches and coastal time, and diving and watersports.
- You want a balanced mix of downtime and activity.
Think twice if
- Your priorities point in the opposite direction to its pace or setting.
Travel from the UK
Allow roughly 3 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time. That makes it practical for a long weekend or a full week.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Malta?
The strongest periods are April to June and September to October. July to August and November are also worth considering for lower crowds. Main-season daytime highs average about 25°C. Rainfall is usually very low.
How much does a trip to Malta cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £40 a day at the budget end, around £80 a day mid-range and £230+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £560 to £780 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £65 off-peak, £90 typically and £150 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes.
How long is the flight or journey to Malta from the UK?
Allow roughly 3 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time.
Who is Malta good for?
Malta best suits travellers looking for history and culture, beaches and coastal time, and diving and watersports. Expect urban settings and coastal scenery, with a balanced pace.