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Prices verified: Aug 2026 • Source: Fare source

Valletta to Rome: Travel Options & Verdict

Distance: 690 km • Center-to-center journey comparison.

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Fly. Ryanair and Air Malta (KM Malta Airlines) operate multiple daily direct flights between Malta and Rome (Fiumicino / Ciampino) in 1 hour 25 minutes for €25 to €65. The ferry + train route via Sicily takes over 14 hours and costs twice as much.
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    Valletta Start
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    Rome 690 km route

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Transport options from Valletta to Rome
Transport Mode Operator Duration Typical Price Stations / Airports Key Booking Tip
flight Direct Regional Operator 1h 25m €25.00 - €65.00
Dep: Malta International Airport (MLA)
Arr: Rome Fiumicino (FCO) / Ciampino (CIA)
 Fast, cheap budget airline connection. Fare source
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Prices verified: Aug 2026 • Source: Fare source
Traveling in the opposite direction? Rome → Valletta options are mirror schedules.
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