The Malta-Sicily ferry
There is a very fast ferry from Malta to Sicily. You can get from Valletta to Pozzallo in just 1 hour and 45 minutes!!!
Thanks to this ferry, it is best to make a day trip from Malta to Sicily (or the other way around) or to combine the two islands in one holiday.
You can also book your ferry ticket to/from Catania but the ferry sails between Valletta and Pozzallo. If you book a Valletta-Catania ticket, a bus drive between Pozzallo and Catania is included.
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Malta-Sicily timetable, availability, and prices
Booking your ferry tickets has never been easier! With our online booking module, you can easily find and book your Malta-Sicily ferry tickets. Simply enter your travel dates, and the system will show you all available options. You can then choose the one that best suits your needs and budget. It’s that simple!
It’s best to book your ferry ticket as far in advance as possible
The price of ferry tickets increases as more passengers book their spots. So, if you want to save money and secure your desired crossing, booking your tickets as soon as possible is best. That way, you can take advantage of the lower prices and avoid the disappointment of a fully booked ferry.
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From Malta to Sicily
There is only one operator active between Malta and Sicily. Virtu Ferries sails on the crossing: Pozzallo-Valletta. Tickets are quite easy to book with the Ferry booking website Direct Ferries.
- It is also possible to book this ferry to Catania. You will then be transported by bus on the route between Pozzallo and Catania. If you book via Direct Ferries, the bus tickets are included in the booking.
Day Tours Malta-Sicily
Looking for such a tour?
Tours often include Syracuse (the oldest city in Italy), Mount Etna, and Taormina. If this is a nice idea, you can consider the following tours:
- Taormina and Mount Etna Full Day Excursion from Malta (Viator.com)
- One Day Sicily Tour from Malta (Viator.com)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you travel by ferry from Malta to Sicily, the crossing takes 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The starting price is approximately €69. If you travel with 2 people and a car, this quickly rises to around €324 if you book in the summer (return).
The fast ferry that sails to Sicily from Malta sails in just 1 hour and 45 minutes between the island.
Ferry talk: Share your questions and opinions
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Do the Sicily to Malta ferry run in October, is so, When is the timetable available for booking tickets ?
and is the sea crossing rough at that time of the year
Hi Eddie,
We did the research for you: Yes, they are also running in October ( multiple sailings per day), they seem to run all year through (also November). In october the sea is more rough, and yes on this route especially things can get really rough. 90 minutes is quite ok though.. So even in bad weather 90 minutes is done before you know it. Check out more about seasickness on ferries here:
https://ferrygogo.com/sailing-smoothly-proven-tips-to-beat-sea-sickness-on-ferries/
Hey,I want to go sicily from Malta on Saturday 15 July in the morning and returned back on Monday 17 July evening.so is there any offer tickets available for this roaster?
Thanks,
Adeel
Hi Adeel,
There is currently a Sicily Summer offer – which is valid for July and August – you can find the details here; https://www.virtuferries.com/offers/sicily-special-offers/1
Good luck and have a nice trip!
Team FerryGoGo
I am looking to ride the ferry end of March 2024 to Sicily. Does the Ferry run in march and do tours run in Marc h? or can I catch a local bus and tour myself. I speak Italian
Hi,
I am planning a trip in Sicily in December this year and want to include a day trip to Malta. But I can't find any schedule for that month. I plan to take the ferry from Pozzallo. Is it possible to leave in the morning from Pozzallo and come back in the late evening? or I need to spend a night in Malta. thank you!
Hi Sophia,
Yes it is possible to leave in the morning and arrive in the evening!
8:30 is earliest departure and latest departure from Malta is 18:00, here you can see the schedule. Make sure you book your tickets in advance!
Hi I’m planning to travel Malta with my husband from January 18-26 2024.I would like to visit Sicily for a day or two..would like to know your itenerary for so..
8:30 is earliest departure and latest departure from Malta is 18:00, here you can see the schedule. Make sure you book your tickets in advance!. Make sure you book your tickets in advance!
What are the ferry charges from Malta to Sicily
@ Sonia
These are (more or less, things can change a bit) the prices for Malta to Sicily:
Normal Return – €109.00
One Way – €68.00
I want to go from Sicily to Malta on the 26 December and come back on the 14 january . Where can I book ?
Hey Pascale,
If you can't book the trip yet others also can't, just wait a bit until the 2024 schedule arrives. You can book here.
Good luck!
I want to take a rental car on the ferry from Malta to Sicily. I need to provide the registration number for the ferry booking but I won’t have it until I pick up the car. Is there any way to book a ticket without those details?
Hi Karl,
I would really advise you to talk with your car-rental company about this. I think you are not allowed to take your rental car from Malta to Sicily!
I would like to book 2 tickets for Valletta – Pozzallo on the 8th of October 2023 but it appears that I can not, are there any ferrys that work then?
When will the timetable for May2024 be available please?
Hi J Lapinskas,
It seems to some of the schedules for May 2024 are already available, you can find more information on the exact dates and times in this table:https://www.virtuferries.com/schedule/6
Let me know if you have any remaining questions!
Best, JW
I’m trying to find out if I can catch the ferry from Valetta to Catania in October? Specifically on 10 October 2024. It doesn’t seem to allow me to book in October.
Hi Sarah,
We also checked, I think the sailing schedule for Q4 for the ferries still have to be made. When we check Virtu Ferries we can't use the booking engine from October onwards yet. Should be available shortly.
Best regards,