Can I collect a car at Malta Airport late at night?

The desk is open from 08:00 to 02:00 every day, which covers all but the earliest arrivals — and there's no surcharge for a late one. If your flight lands outside those hours, get in touch before you book so we can check what's possible.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

The flight number on your booking is tracked, so the desk already knows before you land. You don't need to call ahead or rebook, and the car stays held for you.

Do I need to take a shuttle bus to the car?

No. Park East is at the airport itself — you walk out of arrivals, turn right and carry straight on for a few minutes. There's no shuttle bus and no transfer to an off-site depot.

Airport pickup08:00 – 02:00, every day

Car hire at Malta International Airport

A few minutes' walk from arrivals — keys in hand shortly after you land.

Where to meet: Park East, Malta International Airport, Gudja Road, Luqa LQA 4000
Opening hours: 08:00 – 02:00, every day
Call our booking team: +356 9905 6366

Finding the handover

Clear passport control and baggage reclaim, then walk out through arrivals. Turn right outside the terminal and keep going straight — the Park East building is ahead of you, a few minutes on foot. You're met at the car there.

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Good to know

A few minutes' walk from the arrivals exit
Your flight is tracked, so delays are no problem
Keys shortly after you reach the Park East building
Child seats fitted and waiting before you arrive
Open until 2am, so late evening arrivals are covered

Driving away from Malta International Airport

The car is waiting at Park East, a few minutes on foot from the arrivals exit, and you're on the open road shortly after. The airport approach feeds you towards Luqa and the Kirkop tunnels, which is where almost every journey on the island starts. Two things worth knowing before you pull out: Malta drives on the left, and the first roundabout arrives quickly — take it gently while you get the feel of the car.

Parking around here

Terminal parking is metered and gets busy when several flights land together, which is why you're met inside and walked to the car rather than left to find the desk. Coming back, the rental return bays are signposted before the terminal loop — leave yourself a few extra minutes in July and August, when the drop-off lanes back up.

Where people drive from here

20 min
Valletta
Straight up the main road through Marsa — the capital is closer to the airport than most arrivals expect.
25 min
Sliema & St Julian's
The usual first drive for anyone staying on the Sliema strip.
40 min
Mellieħa & the north
Mostly dual carriageway once you clear the centre of the island.
45 min
Ċirkewwa ferry
For the crossing to Gozo — the terminal has its own parking if you leave the car behind.

Times are a rough guide for a clear run — Malta's roads are slower at the morning and evening peaks.

Questions about this pickup point

Can I collect a car at Malta Airport late at night?: The desk is open from 08:00 to 02:00 every day, which covers all but the earliest arrivals — and there's no surcharge for a late one. If your flight lands outside those hours, get in touch before you book so we can check what's possible.
What happens if my flight is delayed?: The flight number on your booking is tracked, so the desk already knows before you land. You don't need to call ahead or rebook, and the car stays held for you.
Do I need to take a shuttle bus to the car?: No. Park East is at the airport itself — you walk out of arrivals, turn right and carry straight on for a few minutes. There's no shuttle bus and no transfer to an off-site depot.

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