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Need a transfer from Malta Airport to Qawra? Welcome to this complete guide, where you will find quick, smooth, as well as affordable ways to get from Malta Airport to Qawra.
Whether you are looking for a private transfer, a shuttle bus, or public transport options, or are planning to rent a car, I’m going to give you all the information and my best travel tips.
You can also pre-book your transfer thanks to our handy tool at the top of this page.
| Taxi | Shuttle | Bus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | From €22 | Around €10-15 (for one adult plus luggage) | €2.50 (night-time fare: €3; multi-day cards from €6) |
| Trip Time |
30 to 40 minutes | 1 hour – 1h15 min | 1h 15mins / 1h 30mins, depending on the traffic |
| Hours | 24/7 | 24/7 | From 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. |
| Cost | From €22 |
| Trip Time | 30 to 40 minutes |
| Availability | 24/7 |
| Convenience | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Value for Money | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Safety | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
Booking a private taxi is the best option for seamless transfers from Malta Airport to Qawra. I particularly recommend Welcome Pickups for their professional service:
Local and global ride-hailing services are also available at Malta Airport. Prices vary depending on the company and although they’re around 20% cheaper, they don’t offer the most reliable service. Additionally, during peak times, both waiting times and rates can rise rapidly.
Searching for budget-friendly options to get from Malta Airport to Qawra? Here are the two affordable options I tried out myself.
| Cost | Around €10-15 (for one adult plus luggage) |
| Trip Time | 1h – 1h 15 min |
| Availability | 24/7 |
| Convenience | ⭐️⭐️ |
| Value for Money | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Safety | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
Having lived here for several years, I recommend pre-booking a shuttle service if you’re travelling with a lot of luggage or during busy periods. Services like Suntransfers have been reliable in my experience, especially during summer holidays when demand is high.
Here is what you need to know about the shuttle bus:
| Cost | €2.50/person (night-time fare: €3; multi-day cards from €6) |
| Trip Time | 1h15/1h30 min., depending on the traffic |
| Availability | From 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. |
| Convenience | ⭐️⭐️ |
| Value for Money | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Safety | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
Malta Public Transport operates airport buses to Qawra.
With single tickets costing only €2.50, the bus is the cheapest way to get from Malta Airport to Qawra.
How to buy tickets:
Take route TD1, the direct bus to Qawra or 214 (This also goes to Qawra, but the journey is slightly longer since it’s not a direct route.)
| Cost | From €15-30 per day (depending on the vehicle type and time of year) |
| Trip Time | 35 to 40 minutes |
| Availability | During car rental office opening hours, in some cases, out of the opening hours. Speak to your car rental company beforehand. Additional fees can apply. |
| Convenience | ⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Value for Money | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
| Safety | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ |
Renting a car gives you freedom not only for your transfer to Qawra but also for your entire stay.
To cross the distance of 20 km that separates Malta Airport from Qawra, the most popular itinerary takes you through Luqa, Marsa, Msida, San Gwann, and Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq along the north coast.
As someone who has explored Malta extensively, I can tell you that an alternative, less-known route from the airport to Qawra is via Burmarrad. Albeit slightly longer, this route is often less congested, providing a more relaxed driving experience.
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