Fort Rinella Malta
Home to one of only two surviving 100-ton Armstrong guns in the world -- built to counter the threat of the Italian ironclad navy.
Fort Rinella Malta -- the complete guide for UK visitors to Malta. Malta offers 300 days of sunshine, direct flights of around 3 hours 20 minutes from London with KM Malta Airlines, three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, crystal-clear Mediterranean waters, and an English-speaking culture that makes it uniquely accessible for British travellers. Book with ATOL-protected packages from 260 pounds per person.
Overview
Malta's combination of English language, Mediterranean climate, direct flights and EU membership makes it the most accessible overseas destination for UK travellers. The island packs extraordinary historical density, world-class diving, legendary beaches and a genuinely sophisticated food and nightlife scene into 316 square kilometres. Three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, prehistoric temples older than Stonehenge, a baroque capital city of extraordinary beauty, and the clearest water in the Mediterranean are all within a 45-minute drive of each other.
Getting There and Getting Around
KM Malta Airlines operates direct flights from London Heathrow and London Gatwick to Malta International Airport. Flight time is around 3 hours 20 minutes. The airport is about 5km south-west of Valletta and 8km from the main resort areas. The official Malta Taxi desk in arrivals charges a fixed fare of about 17 euros per car to Valletta. Airport Direct TD4 runs to Valletta about every 30 minutes in about 13 minutes for 3 euros, and from Valletta route 3 reaches the Fortizza stop by Fort Rinella in about 35 minutes. Standard bus tickets cost 2.50 euros in summer and 2 euros in winter, valid for two hours with free changes. Gozo is reached by 25-minute ferry from Cirkewwa in the north.
Where to Stay
Malta offers accommodation for every budget and style. Sliema and St Julian's are the main resort areas with the widest choice of hotels, restaurants and nightlife. Valletta offers atmospheric boutique hotels in converted baroque palazzos. Mellieha and Gozo suit those seeking quieter, more rural experiences. Five-star options include the Phoenicia Malta and Iniala Harbour House in Valletta, Corinthia in St Julian's, and Kempinski San Lawrenz in Gozo.
Malta is smaller than the Isle of Wight but contains more UNESCO monuments per square kilometre than almost any country on earth.
Frequently asked questions
What is Fort Rinella Malta like?+
Malta offers an outstanding experience for UK visitors. English is an official language, the climate delivers 300 sunshine days per year, and direct KM Malta Airlines flights from London take around 3 hours 20 minutes.
How do I get to Malta from the UK?+
KM Malta Airlines operates direct flights from London Heathrow and London Gatwick to Malta International Airport. Flight time is around 3 hours 20 minutes.
When is the best time to visit Malta?+
April to June and September to October offer ideal temperatures of 22-27 degrees with smaller crowds. July and August are peak season at 30-35 degrees. Winter is mild at 15-18 degrees.
Is Malta good for UK visitors?+
Excellent. Malta is English-speaking, uses the euro, is an EU member state, and is around 3 hours 20 minutes from London by direct flight. It combines Mediterranean sunshine with British-familiar infrastructure.
How much does Malta cost?+
Malta is good value compared to Western Europe. Budget around 80-120 euros per day for accommodation, food and activities. Package holidays from the UK start from 260 pounds per person including KM Malta Airlines flights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Rinella Malta like?
Malta offers an outstanding experience for UK visitors. English is an official language, the climate delivers 300 sunshine days per year, and direct KM Malta Airlines flights from London take around 3 hours 20 minutes.
How do I get to Malta from the UK?
KM Malta Airlines operates direct flights from London Heathrow and London Gatwick to Malta International Airport. Flight time is around 3 hours 20 minutes.
When is the best time to visit Malta?
April to June and September to October offer ideal temperatures of 22-27 degrees with smaller crowds. July and August are peak season at 30-35 degrees. Winter is mild at 15-18 degrees.
Is Malta good for UK visitors?
Excellent. Malta is English-speaking, uses the euro, is an EU member state, and is around 3 hours 20 minutes from London by direct flight. It combines Mediterranean sunshine with British-familiar infrastructure.
How much does Malta cost?
Malta is good value compared to Western Europe. Budget around 80-120 euros per day for accommodation, food and activities. Package holidays from the UK start from 260 pounds per person including KM Malta Airlines flights.
Direct flights with KM Malta Airlines from London Heathrow and Gatwick · APEX Four Star 2026