Valletta - Catania
Ferries to Sicily
Valletta - Catania
Ferries to Sicily
Virtu Ferries provides the ferry from Valletta to Catania. Valletta Catania ferries cost around $180 and $571, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Valletta Catania ferries.
The Valletta to Catania ferry route is provided by 1 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Valletta to Catania takes approximately 4 hours 15 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The Valletta to Catania ferry sails in approximately 4 hours 15 minutes.
There are around 3 weekly sailings from Valletta to Catania.
Virtu Ferries provide 1 sailing daily, 3 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Valletta Port at approximately 05:00 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 18:00. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Valletta to Catania is with Virtu Ferries in 4 hours 15 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Valletta to Catania usually cost around $354.53.
There are overnight ferries from Valletta to Catania. The first overnight ferry leaves Valletta Port at 05:00 and arrives in Catania at 09:15.
There are no cabins available on ferries from Valletta to Catania.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on ferries from Valletta to Catania.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Valletta to Catania ferry with Virtu Ferries.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Valletta Catania ferry with Virtu Ferries.
Passengers sailing with Virtu Ferries can bring up to 3 bags of luggage, each measuring no more than 50 cm x 40 cm x 80 cm. You can also bring one small hand-luggage item up to 37 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm, and it must not exceed 5 kg. Please do not exceed this limit otherwise you risk being charged additional fees.
The price of a ferry from Valletta to Catania can vary between $179.71 and $570.93 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $354.53, with prices ranging from $120 and $544. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 February 2026
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Catania ferry.
First class is not available on ferries from Valletta to Catania.
The best way to travel from Valletta to Catania is by ferry. With 1 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Valletta - Catania Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $354.53 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $266.73 | |
| Valletta - Catania Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Malta |
| Destination | Sicily |
| No. of Operators | 1 |
| Operators | Virtu Ferries |
| Average Price | $355 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 3 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 4 h 15 m |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 4 h 15 m |
| First Ferry | 05:00 |
| Last Ferry | 18:00 |
| Distance | 100 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 February 2026.
Valletta is the capital of Malta and lies in the central eastern part of the island and the Valletta Peninsular is home to two natural harbours; Marsamxett and the Grand Harbour, which is Malta's main port that has a number of quays at Marsa. Along the old sea wall of Valletta's waterfront, which was built by Manuel Pinto de Fonseca, there now stands a cruise liner terminal. Many of the city's buildings date back to the 16th century and were built during the reign of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as the Knights Hospitaller. The mainly Baroque city also has traces of Mannerist, Neo-classical and modern architecture and the effects of the Second World War on the city are clear to see with many scars left behind - particularly the demolition of The Royal Opera House. In 1980 Valletta was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is the island's cultural centre with many churches, palaces and museums for tourists to explore.
Ferry services operating from the port depart to Catania and Pozzallo.
Catania is located on the east coast of Sicily on the Ionian Sea and is the second largest city in Sicily and sits under the imposing shadow of Mount Etna, or A Muntagna as the locals call it. The volcano has had a significant influence on the city's history and its actual existence, having destroyed the city on several occasions. The most destructive being an eruption in the 17th century. Catania was covered in lava in 1669 and then 24 years later, in 1693, an earthquake shook the town to its foundations.
A popular attraction in the city, located on the edge of the town's square is the Cathedral which is dedicated to St. Agata, the city's patron saint. The cathedral stands on the site of an earlier 11th century church that was almost entirely destroyed in the 1693 earthquake. The imposing cathedral's baroque architectural style incorporates Roman columns taken from an amphitheatre. There are more Roman elements in the cathedral as beneath there are some Roman baths. The Baroque theme continues within the cathedral's interior with several ornate chapels and a fresco depicting the 1693 earthquake. Catania's most famous son, Bellini, is buried in the cathedral as are three Aragonese Kings: Frederick II, Louis and Frederick III.
