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Malta is one of only three EU countries that drives on the left, a British-era legacy. Cars are right-hand drive, UK-style, on narrow roads with frequent roundabouts and an assertive local driving style.
Source: AutoEurope Malta driving guide
Cash deposit blocks and disputed deposit returns are the market's most-discussed frustration. Excess typically runs €500–2,000, cut to roughly €100–275 with a Super Collision Damage Waiver. Company-by-company figures, where published, are on each profile.
Source: Our review of Malta car-hire discussion on TripAdvisor and Reddit
Malta rental pricing swings hard with the season: third-party guides put economy-car rates near €15/day in January–February and €27–35/day in July–August. Book roughly 26 days ahead in peak season, since local fleets skew manual and small automatics sell out first. These are editorial market figures, not our own checked prices — see the price section below for that distinction.
Source: Malta Uncovered car-hire guide — third-party editorial context, not a live price
Malta International Airport (MLA) is the main hub, with around 30 companies and desks in Park East, Level 1. Several local operators also run from Sliema and Bugibba/Qawra, and many deliver free to your hotel or the airport car park.
Source: Our operator roster; Malta Airport help centre
Malta received 4.02 million inbound visitors in 2025, up 12.9% year on year. The UK is the largest source market, and average rentals run about a week.
Source: Malta National Statistics Office, via Malta Independent