Malta packs UNESCO-listed Valletta, prehistoric temples, Mdina and the Blue Lagoon into a tiny island nation. Diving, sailing and ferries to Gozo make it rewarding from April to October.
Month by month
Best: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
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Avoid Poor OK Good Excellent Peak
Worth avoiding: January.
How long to stay
4–6 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 10h from the US East Coast, 3.5h from Europe, 9h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Buses are slow; use rideshare apps or rent a car for Gozo and the south.
- Visit the Blue Lagoon on a weekday morning to avoid crowds.
- Pastizzi make a cheap, filling snack.
Plan a trip to Malta
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