Malta Travel Guide 2025

Malta General Information & Pre-Travel Guide

General Information About Malta

• Location: Mediterranean, south of Italy
• Population: 525,000
• Area: 316 km²
• Languages: English, Maltese
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Climate: Sunny and mild year-round

Malta carries influences from Romans, Arabs, Normans, French and British civilizations.

How to Get to Malta

Flights: Direct flights from Istanbul to Malta Luqa Airport (MLA) take about 2.5 hours.
Visa: Turkish citizens require a Schengen visa.

Accommodation in Malta

• Luxury hotels: St. Julian’s & Valletta
• Boutique hotels: Historic buildings converted into stylish stays
• Budget options: Hostels & Airbnb