Ferry from Malta to Sicily

When planning your trip on the Sicily - Malta ferry, you can take advantage of the regular discounts available to specific passenger categories. Typically, infants and toddlers up to 3 years old travel for free, while children under 14 are entitled to 60% off regular ticket prices.

With Virtu Ferries, infants and toddlers up to 3 years old travel for free. Children up to 13 years old also enjoy discounts.

The Malta - Sicily route is operated by with high-speed catamarans, with modern amenities and serves. On board, you can expect:

• Comfy seats in air-conditioned passenger lounges and spacious outer decks to enjoy the sea view
• Snack bars and cafés with light snacks and refreshments
• Wi-Fi hotspot to stay connected during the trip

Cabins and accommodation

Can I book a cabin on the ferry?

No, due to the short duration of the journey, there are no cabins on the ferries serving the Malta - Sicily route.

Are there business-class seats?

Yes, in addition to standard deck/lounge seats, Virtu Ferries offers a business-class seating option on Malta - Sicily ferries. These are numbered reclining seats that typically have extra room and include priority disembarkation.

Prices for business seats start at about €98.

Accessibility

The high-speed catamarans serving the Malta - Sicily ferry route are generally accessible to travelers with disabilities, featuring ramps and elevators, and adapted seating and amenties.

Boarding assistance is typically available upon request and prior notification to the ferry company before your journey.

Note: accessibility features vary from vessel to vessel, so it is recommended to contact the ferry company at the time of booking for further details.

Ferry luggage

When traveling with Virtu Ferries, you can to bring 1 piece of hand luggage (up to 5 kg in weight and 37x45x25 cm in size), and up to 3 pieces of luggage with a maximum size of 50x40x80 cm which must be stowed in the vessel's designated areas.

Traveling with pets

Pets are generally allowed on Malta - Sicily ferries, provided you include them in your booking. 

Make sure you bring along your pet’s health and travel documents, as well as tickets and pet supplies you may need for the trip.

Where do pets stay on the ferry?

When traveling with Virtu Ferries, you can either keep your pet with you, in your vehicle, or you can book a place in the onboard kennels.

• If you keep your pet with you, smaller pets must be kept in a suitable carrier, while larger pets must wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash.
• if you are traveling with a vehicle, you can keep up to 3 pets can stay inside your vehicle during the crossing. It is recommended to leave window slightly open for ventilation.
• The air-conditioned kennels are located in the car deck area of the ferries and typically come in three sizes (60x80x60cm, 73x102x76.5cm and 105x115x90cm)

Important: animals are not allowed in the ship’s lounges, with the exception of guide dogs.

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Malta to Pozzallo in Sicily:

• The Maltese port of Valletta gets very busy, especially during the high season, so it's recommedned to arrive at least 1 hr before departure if you are traveling as foot passenger and 1.5-2 hr in advance if you are traveling with a vehicle.
• The sea can get a bit choppy, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking seasickness medication for the trip. As always, you can discuss your options with your pharmacist or doctor.
• Don’t forget to plan ahead for your return trip. Check out the Pozzallo to Malta ferry route on Ferryhopper for more info.
• In Malta, you can also travel by ferry to Gozo and Buġibba. For more details on routes, ticket prices and companies, take a look at the Malta ferry schedules.

Where to take the ferry from Malta to Sicily

Ferries to Sicily depart from the port of Valletta, historic capital.

Ferries to Sicily usually set sail from the Virtu Ferries Passenger Terminal at Xatt l-Għassara tal-Għeneb in Marsa, just outside Valletta, the historical capital of Malta. The terminal is about 3 km from the center of Valletta and approximately 7 km from Malta International Airport.

At the port and the surrounding area, you will find a modern passenger building with ticket offices, waiting areas, cafés, restrooms, and parking nearby. Hotels, supermarkets, fuel stations and car-rental offices are available in the surrounding Marsa and Valletta areas. The Il-Floriana – Ħatab bus stop is located right in front of the terminal.

How to get to the port of Valletta

• By car: you can easily reach the port via Triq Diċembru Tlettax and the main roads leading into Marsa.
• By bus: numerous Malta Public Transport routes connect Valletta Bus Terminus with the rest of the island. The terminal is about a 10-min walk from the bus station via the Barrakka Lift.
• By taxi: taxis need about taxi takes about 10 min to reach the port from the center of Valletta and 15-20 min from Malta International Airport.

Where does the ferry arrive in Sicily?

Ferries from Malta typically dock arrive at the port of Pozzallo, the major port of the province of Ragusa, located on the western edge of the city in Sicily. The port is 2 km from the city center, 3 km from the bus and train stations and around 120 km from the Vincenzo Bellini Catania Airport.

Within the port area, you’ll find parking facilities, car rentals, information points, bars, and taxis, making onward travel easy and convenient.