Car rental in Malta

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Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more

Find Malta car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change

Malta car rental at a glance

Most popular providerMOVIS
Most popular carMini, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points20, Valletta is most popular
Cheapest price found43 zł per day, Valletta
Cheapest month to rentOctober
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Malta could cost, we've pulled prices from Valletta.

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If you’re flying to Malta, it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Malta

The cheapest month to rent a car in Malta is October, when the average cost per day is 116 zł. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is January, when the average cost per day is 135 zł. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Malta is September.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Malta could cost, we've pulled prices from Valletta.

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Car rental in Malta: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Malta, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in Malta is First. You can rent a car with them for 788 zł on average per day.

If you want to learn more about First, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Malta depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Malta, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Malta. First, you need to decide where in Malta you want to pick up your car.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Malta. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Malta you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Valletta. On average, it costs 286 zł per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is 43 zł per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Malta

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats," "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Malta is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental company in Malta is MOVIS. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with MOVIS.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 1 week before. The cheapest prices we've found are 43 zł a day and 138 zł a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Malta you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Malta. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Malta is Valletta. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Valletta.

Rent a car long term in Malta

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore, too. Give it a try today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Malta with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.