Malta International Airport serves the islands of Malta and Gozo and is situated in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. Car Hire from Malta Airport is always a good idea, as there is much to explore on this beautiful little island. Malta Airport has won many awards in recent years including the ‘Best Airport in Europe’.
Malta Airport has one terminal building and has a mixture of flights arriving from all over Europe and North Africa. It is hub for Air Malta and the busiest routes are Rome and London Gatwick. For such a small airport, it has many great facilities for the weary traveller. There are airport information desks, for all your enquiries at the airport and tourist information points for more information about the area. For all your money needs, there is a bank and ATMs as well as currency exchange booths. A pharmacy is available for any last minute emergencies and there is free Wi-Fi if you need to check up on some business. The La Valette Lounge can be booked for a fee and you can relax in comfort before your flight. If you get hungry there are a number of options including a ground floor food court with Harry’s Bar and fast food options such as Burger King and KFC. Airside, you can choose from Hard Rock Bar and the Coliseum Cafe or Jet Express. There is a good range of shops too, including Agenda Bookshop and Swarovski. Duty free bargains can be found at Nuance and Singular and you can buy souvenirs and gifts at Spirit of Malta. The 8 till Late is a convenience store and has all those last minute items.
Malta has a very rich history and many incredible attractions, so there is something for everyone. The capital city of Valetta has many buildings of historical significance, including the Grand Master’s Palace, St John’s Cathedral and the Museum of Archaeology. You can visit the ancient Stone Age temple of Hagar Qim or head for the beautiful sandy beaches of Mellieha. Go diving or sailing around the Blue Lagoon or browse the market in the fishing village of Marsaxlokk. Shop until you drop in fashionable Sliema or enjoy the marina and nightlife at St Julians. Out and about in Malta, you can take a ferry to the tiny island of Gozo or the island of Comino, now a nature reserve.
