Malta Airport Transportation
Private airport transportation from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Valletta, Sliema, St Julian's, St Paul's Bay, Mellieha, Mdina and the Gozo ferry at Ċirkewwa.
- Private, never shared
- Priced per vehicle
- Flight monitored
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Our services
From private sedans to group vans. One fixed price per vehicle, whatever your party size.
Private Sedan
1 to 4 passengersPrivate, non-stop transfer. All taxes included.
Luxury SUV
Up to 6 passengersComfortable VIP SUV with premium features.
Private Van
Up to 8 passengersIdeal for families and groups with luggage.
Group Van
Up to 16 passengersOur largest vehicle. Room for up to 16 passengers and their luggage.
Airport Transportation in Malta
Pre-booked private transportation takes you directly from Malta International Airport to your hotel, resort or vacation rental.
After immigration, baggage claim and customs, continue outside the terminal to the meeting area named in your confirmation. Your vehicle is reserved only for the passengers on your reservation: unlike a shared shuttle, it makes no extra hotel stops for other travelers, and the price is per vehicle, not per person.
We arrange airport transportation in Malta for travelers heading to Valletta, the hotels of Sliema and St Julian's, Bugibba and St Paul's Bay, Mellieha in the north, the old city of Mdina, and Ċirkewwa for the ferry to Gozo.
Malta Airport Transfers
Our Malta airport transfers start in the Welcomers' Hall, the public arrivals area you enter after customs, where your driver waits with a name sign. Your flight is tracked, so the pickup follows your actual landing time.
Vehicles range from sedans for couples to vans for families and groups, and every Malta airport transfer goes door to door to your hotel, apartment or villa. Staying on Gozo? That trip crosses on the Gozo Channel ferry from Ċirkewwa. Enter the address in the booking form: when a vehicle is available for that route, the price shows before you pay; if it does not, contact us before you fly.
Malta Airport Shuttle
Our Malta airport shuttle is a private van for your party only, leaving as soon as you are through the Welcomers' Hall instead of stopping at other hotels. It has room for suitcases, dive gear and strollers, which suits families and groups heading to the resort areas.
Landing at Malta Airport
Malta International Airport (MLA) in Luqa is the only airport in Malta and the gateway to the islands of Malta, Gozo and Comino. All flights use a single terminal, with arrivals and departures on separate levels.
If you arrive from another Schengen country, there is no passport check and you walk straight to baggage claim. Flights from outside the Schengen Area, including the United Kingdom, go through passport control first. After collecting your luggage, you pass customs into the Welcomers' Hall, the public arrivals area.
Malta uses Central European Time (UTC+1) and switches to UTC+2 for daylight saving time from late March to late October.
Schengen entry
Malta is in the Schengen Area, so flights from outside it, including from the United Kingdom, go through passport control. Non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since 10 April 2026; the planned ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation.
Staying on Gozo
Gozo is reached by ferry from Ċirkewwa to Mġarr. When you book, confirm whether your driver accompanies you on the ferry or meets you at Mġarr harbor.
Euro
Malta uses the euro, and contactless card payment is widely accepted.
Time zone
Malta uses Central European Time (UTC+1), moving to UTC+2 from late March to late October.
Before you fly to Malta
How Malta Airport pickup works
- 1
Clear arrivals
Immigration, baggage claim, then customs. Representatives can't enter those areas.
- 2
Meet your representative
At the meeting point in your confirmation. Check the company name before getting in.
- 3
Go straight there
No other stops, no other passengers.
Meet in arrivals
Pre-booked drivers usually wait in the Welcomers' Hall, the public arrivals area you enter after customs, holding a sign with your name.
Gozo pickups
If you are staying on Gozo, confirm whether your driver meets you at the airport and accompanies you on the Ċirkewwa ferry or meets you at Mġarr harbour.
Don't accept a ride from someone claiming to know your booking. Check the company name and reservation details before getting in.
Return trips and flight changes
Going back to the airport
Transportation can also be booked from your hotel, resort or vacation rental to Malta International Airport. Your pickup time covers the drive plus check-in, security and border procedures, and your airline's instructions come first. Give the correct departure time and terminal when you book.
If your flight changes
We monitor the arrival of the flight on your reservation, but can't find you on a different one. If any of these change, update them in Manage your booking:
What's included
Included
- A private vehicle for your party
- Transportation between the confirmed locations
- Direct service, no shared hotel stops
- Airport meeting instructions
- Flight-arrival monitoring
- A professional driver
- An air-conditioned vehicle
- Room for your party and standard luggage
- Customer-service support
Confirmed separately
- Child seats
- Additional stops
- Extra waiting time
- Oversized luggage or equipment
- Special requests
Airport Transportation happy customers
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“The ride was comfortable and quick. Quality service that's well worth it.”
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“Booking was simple and the price was clear. No surprises at the airport. Highly recommended.”
Groups and events
Traveling with a large group, planning a destination wedding, or organizing transportation for a corporate retreat or conference? We offer larger vehicles and multi-vehicle coordination for groups of any size, including multiple pickup points and scheduled transfers timed around your event. Contact us with your group size and itinerary and we'll put together transportation that keeps everyone moving together.
- Destination weddings
- Conferences
- Corporate retreats
- Sports teams
- Multi-vehicle arrivals
Booking, changes and cancellations
Book your transfer online in a few minutes using the form above. If your plans change, contact us as soon as possible to modify your pickup details or cancel your reservation, response times and any applicable fees depend on how close to your pickup date the change is requested.
Read the reservation policies →Malta Airport Transportation FAQs
Where will my driver meet me at Malta Airport?
Your driver waits in the Welcomers' Hall, the public arrivals area you enter after customs, holding a sign with your name.
How far is Malta Airport from Valletta?
Malta International Airport is in Luqa, about 5 km southwest of Valletta, the capital. A private transfer takes you door to door to your hotel or apartment.
Can you take me to Sliema and St Julian's?
Yes. Enter your hotel or apartment address in Sliema, St Julian's or Pembroke in the booking form and choose a vehicle for your party and luggage.
Can you take me to Bugibba, St Paul's Bay or Mellieha?
Yes. Enter your hotel or rental address in the north of the island in the booking form, and choose a vehicle that fits your group and bags.
Can you take me to Mdina or Rabat?
Yes. Give the full address of your hotel or guesthouse in Mdina or Rabat when you book, so your driver goes straight to the right door.
Can you take me to Gozo?
A Gozo trip means a drive to Čirkewwa and the Gozo Channel ferry to Mġarr, so confirm whether your driver comes with you on the ferry or meets you at Mġarr. Enter the address in the booking form: when a vehicle is available for that route, the price shows before you pay; if it does not, contact us before you fly.
Does Malta Airport have more than one terminal?
No. All flights use one terminal, with separate areas for Schengen and non-Schengen arrivals, and everyone comes out into the same Welcomers' Hall.
Do you pick up from villas, farmhouses and holiday apartments?
Yes. Give the full address, the property name and any access details, so your driver finds the entrance without delay.
What if my flight lands late at night?
Book with your flight number and your driver is timed to your actual landing, whatever the hour, so you are not waiting in the Welcomers' Hall.
Should I buy a ride at the airport instead of booking ahead?
The Welcomers' Hall has a taxi booth, but booking ahead means a driver is already waiting with your name and the vehicle fits your group and luggage.
What happens if my flight is delayed or canceled?
We monitor the flight on your reservation, so a delay moves your pickup. If your flight number, date or airline changes, or the flight is canceled, update it in Manage your booking so we can update the booking.
Can I book a ride back to Malta Airport?
Yes. Book a pickup from your hotel or rental to Malta International Airport, as a one-way departure or as part of a round trip, and give your flight time when you book.
Do I need to show my passport when arriving in Malta?
Flights from other Schengen countries normally skip passport control, while flights from outside Schengen, including the United Kingdom, go through border checks. Non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since 10 April 2026; the planned ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation.
Is Airport Transportation the same as Malta International Airport?
No. Airport Transportation is a private transfer service that books rides from MLA; we are not the airport or its operator. For terminals, airlines and other ways to get around, see our Malta International Airport page.
Why book with Airport Transportation?
We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.
Is the transportation private or shared?
Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.
Are prices per person or per vehicle?
Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.
How many people can a van carry?
It depends on the vehicle. Each vehicle shows its maximum number of passengers and suitcases before you book, so you can choose one that fits your group.
How do I find you at the airport?
Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.
What kind of vehicles do you use?
Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.
Do you have insurance?
Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.
Do you provide baby seats?
Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.
How far in advance should I book?
You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.
What payment methods are accepted?
You pay securely online when you book, by credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Payments are processed by Stripe.
Do vehicles have air conditioning?
Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.
What if my flight is delayed?
During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.
Can I make stops during my ride?
Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.
Do children pay differently than adults?
No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.
Is my reservation refundable?
Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.
Do drivers speak English?
Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.
Are tips mandatory?
Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.
What currencies are accepted?
All prices are in USD. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the charge at its own exchange rate.
Are pets allowed?
We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.
Is there room for luggage?
Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.
What is included in the price?
Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.
Book your Malta Airport Transportation
Choose the vehicle for your party and luggage, add your flight, and review the full reservation before you pay.