Rome to Valletta flights
Valletta lies 688 km (428 mi) south of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 38 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Rome | Valletta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Malta |
| Population | 2.3 million | 6,794 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 44 m (144 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Malta) |
| Nearest large airport | CIA, 12 km out | MLA, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Valletta
Crossing from Italy into Malta: traffic switches to the left; sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +356; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Rome
Rome is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,226 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO, 24 km).
Arriving in Valletta
Valletta is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Malta International Airport (MLA), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,991-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malta International Airport | MLA | 6 km (4 mi) | 10,991 ft | 300 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Valletta from Rome?
688 km (428 mi) in a straight line, south of Rome.
How long does it take to get from Rome to Valletta by air?
About 1 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Valletta?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Rome to Valletta flights?
Typically Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) to Malta International Airport (MLA).
What currency do I need in Valletta?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.