How to find a cheap car hire deal in Luqa Malta International (MLA)
Your flight's over, now the real journey begins. Pick up a cheap Luqa Malta International rental car for around £50 a day and hit the road happy. We do the hard work for you by searching trusted rental companies, so you can easily compare prices and book.
£5 is the cheapest daily price for a rental at Luqa Malta International.
Planning to spend longer in Valletta? Pick up a weekly rental from £30 and fit more into your itinerary.
If you want to get the best price, book your MLA car hire around three weeks in advance.
Find your perfect ride with MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals, some of the most popular providers at Luqa Malta International.
Always check if a collision damage waiver (CDW) is part of your Luqa Malta International car hire policy, whether with MOVIS or any other supplier. Some may charge separately for it instead of including it in the base rental.
Consider getting a one-way rental. You might be able to land a good deal if the provider needs to relocate some of its vehicles. Find the best available rates for a car for hire in MLA by selecting 'Return car to a different location.'
Spend less on fuel by choosing a car hire in Luqa Malta International that offers a 'Fair fuel policy.' You collect your vehicle with a full tank and refill it before drop-off, so you only pay for what you use.
Want to explore more without stressing about how many miles you clock up? Find rentals with 'Unlimited mileage' under the 'Policies' filter and drive as far as you like without the extra charges.
Best value car hire options right now
You'll get the best value with this company. Prices average £26 a day.
Next up is this provider, offering daily rates of around £49.
The third option also delivers savings with every booking. Expect to pay roughly £60 a day for one of their rentals.
After a car that works for most trips? The Small rental category comes in as the leading choice for travellers at MLA.
Compare car hire types from Luqa Malta International (MLA)
Small: Whether you're cruising narrow city streets or taking a short trip, this cheap Luqa Malta International rental car category offers big value in a small package. Including mini and economy classes, you can look forward to easy handling and excellent fuel efficiency.
Medium: Choose from compact and intermediate cars that combine fuel efficiency, space and comfort. Easy to manoeuvre in cities and roomy enough for longer drives, they're a reliable pick for most journeys.
Large: You've got the bags, the kids, the snacks, the everything. Large vehicles have got the capacity to handle it all effortlessly. Great for longer journeys, this MLA car hire category includes full-size cars.
SUV: When the urge to explore hits, an SUV's all in. It's your perfect road trip companion, ready for country roads, highways, and everything in between. These sports utility vehicles also promise extra space and advanced safety features.
Van: If you need a car for rent in Luqa Malta International that can handle a small crowd (and their luggage), a van has space where it counts. Including commercial vans and trucks, they're best suited for group excursions, business needs or moving.
Insurance and optional extras
Car rental excess insurance isn't a necessity, but is something to think about. If your car is damaged, no matter how minor, it can help you avoid paying an expensive excess fee. Different MLA car hire providers have different insurance policies and coverage levels, so check the details before booking.
From GPS units to reverse cameras, the right extras can make all the difference on the road. Consider which add-ons could enhance your trip when you rent a car in Luqa Malta International.
Good to know
Age requirements for rentals vary by supplier (and even car type), so know the rules before you book. Some suppliers in Malta may rent to younger drivers for an additional fee. If you're outside the typical age range, simply uncheck 'Driver aged between 25–70' and then enter how old you are to browse your options.
If you're bringing the kids along, check if you should add a car seat to your MLA car rental booking. Whether a legal requirement or not, they're always the safest way for youngsters to ride.
You'll need to bring a few things when collecting your rental car: a current driver's licence, extra photo ID, and a credit card with enough balance for the deposit. Debit cards aren't commonly accepted. Any other requirements will be listed in your booking.
If you've never driven in Malta, don't forget that traffic here keeps to the left side of the road.
Follow the local speed limits. In general that's around 45kph (30mph) in urban areas and 70kph (45mph) or so on highways, unless signed otherwise.
A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit of 0.08% applies in Malta. The most reliable way to be safe to drive is to avoid drinking completely.
You'll be using the euro (EUR) for day-to-day spending here. You may find it useful to carry a mix of cash and cards to cover you in every situation.
Drive smarter from the start
Take off in any direction in your MLA car hire. If central Valletta is where your adventure begins, you'll find it around 6 kms (4 miles) northeast of the airport.
Allow roughly 25 minutes to get from Luqa Malta International to the city centre during peak travel times.
Around 8am is one of the busiest times to be on the road in this destination. Try to avoid peak travel times generally for a more relaxed drive.
You can also grab a car hire in Valletta. If you don't need a set of wheels as soon as you arrive, wait until you're in the city and avoid paying for extra rental days.
Hit the road: Where to drive from Luqa Malta International (MLA)
Begin with some of the leading attractions in Valletta, like St. John's Co-Cathedral and Great Siege of Malta and the Knights of St. John. Whether you drive or find an alternative way there, you'll want to see these highlights before you move on.
Buckle up and make tracks to Victoria. Around 31 kms (19 miles) northwest of MLA, it's home to favourite sights like St. George's Basilica and Bishop's Palace.
Add Mellieħa to your travels too. Around 16 kms (10 miles) northwest of the airport, drive there in your Luqa Malta International car hire to explore leading attractions like Mellieha Beach and PUBLIC NATURE RESERVE.
