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Hertz car rental in Luqa
Luqa is often the first place travellers see in Malta, since the island's main airport sits right here. It is also the place where a Hertz car rental can put you on the road within minutes of landing. Beyond the airport, the village has an old core, a parish church, and quick access to roads leading towards Valletta, Marsaxlokk, Mdina, and the Blue Grotto.
That makes Hertz car hire in Luqa useful from the moment you land. You can collect your vehicle at the airport, load your bags once, and start your trip without doubling back to a city branch later.
Getting a Hertz car rental in Luqa works well whether you're staying outside Valletta, visiting heritage sites across the island, or travelling with family and extra luggage in tow.
Pickup locations in Luqa
Benefits from day one.
- Up to 10% off the base rate on rentals in select countries
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- Add your spouse as a second driver without an extra fee
- Earn points redeemable toward free rental days and upgrades
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- Skip the counter and go straight to your car
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Driving guide: Car rental in Luqa
Parking information
- Park East is a convenient parking option providing almost 1,300 covered parking spaces on the airport campus.
- The Point Shopping Mall car park in Sliema works well if your drive continues towards the seafront or Tigné Point. The mall is served by more than 1,000 basement parking spaces.
- Floriana Park & Ride has over 750 spaces and a shuttle service for Valletta and Floriana.
Key roads in Luqa
- L-Avjazzjoni Avenue: The main airport corridor, connecting Luqa with Gudja, Malta International Airport and routes towards southern Malta.
- Il-Kunsill tal-Ewropa Road: A key northbound route from Luqa towards Santa Luċija, Marsa and Valletta.
- San Tumas Road: Connects Luqa with Ħal Farruġ and continues towards Qormi, providing access to central and western parts of Malta.
Electric car hire
Prefer to explore Malta with a lighter footprint? Hertz offers electric car hire in Luqa, letting you pick up an EV right at the airport and head out without needing a diesel or petrol vehicle.
Malta's public charging network is still developing, with charging points spread across shopping centres, car parks and residential areas islandwide, though coverage remains more limited than in larger countries.
Given the island's compact size, most journeys stay well within an EV's comfortable range, making it a practical option for shorter, city-focused stays rather than long cross-island touring.
Charging points
Malta is expanding its public EV network. The International Energy Agency notes that government investment had reached 372 public charging points across 186 sites in Malta. While Luqa specifically has only 1 charging point for now, the rapidly growing infrastructure promises considerably higher numbers in the coming years.
Congestion charges
Luqa does not have a local congestion charge. However, the nearby capital Valletta uses a Controlled Vehicular Access system, which calculates the fee due according to time spent inside the boundary. Check the CVA boundary before driving into the capital.
Getting from Luqa to Valletta
The drive from Luqa to Valletta covers around 6.4 kilometres and usually takes about 15 minutes, depending on traffic. Here’s how you can easily reach it with a Hertz rental car:
- Leave Luqa via Triq Valletta and continue towards Marsa.
- Follow Triq Emmanuele Luigi Galizia to join Route 1.
- Continue onto Route 6 and follow signs towards Valletta.
- Stay on the route through Triq Diċembru Tlettax.
- Take Triq Sant’ Anna as you enter Floriana.
- Continue along Triq Girolamo Cassar towards Valletta.
- Follow St Paul Street, then continue towards Republic Street in the city centre.
Getting from Luqa to Mdina
The drive from Luqa to Mdina covers around 9.9 kilometres and usually takes about 15 minutes, depending on traffic. The route passes through Qormi before joining Triq L-Imdina towards Malta’s historic former capital. Let’s see how to reach it:
- Leave Luqa and follow the local road towards Triq Ħal Qormi.
- Continue onto Triq Ħal Luqa in the direction of Qormi.
- Follow Triq Guze’ Duca before joining Triq L-Imdina.
- Stay on Triq L-Imdina as it leads west towards Mdina.
- Continue along Telgħa Tas-Saqqajja towards the Saqqajja area.
- Take Vjal Santu Wistin and continue onto Mdina Road.
- Follow the final approach to Triq Villegaignon in Mdina.
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A quick guide to Luqa
Talbot & Bons Boutique Bed & Breakfast
95 Triq Il-Kbira, Il-Gudja, GDJ1207
This 12-room boutique bed and breakfast sits in nearby Gudja, close to Luqa and Malta International Airport. It works well for travellers who want a quieter stay before collecting a rental car and driving towards Malta’s south coast.
Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta
Great Siege Road, Floriana, Malta, FRN1810
Grand Hotel Excelsior is a full-service waterfront hotel just outside Valletta. It suits travellers who want capital-city access before using Luqa as their airport pickup or return point.
The Phoenicia Malta
The Mall, Floriana, FRN 1478, Malta
The Phoenicia sits at the entrance to Valletta, with gardens and easy access to the capital. It is a good base if your trip combines heritage sightseeing with day drives from Luqa.
Talbot & Bons
SkyParks Business Centre, Malta International Airport, Luqa LQA 4000
Talbot & Bons is a good airport-area stop for breakfast, coffee, lunch or dinner. It works well before a flight, after landing, or before driving out from Luqa.
Vecchia Napoli SkyParks
Level 0, SkyParks Business Centre, Vjal l-Avjazzjoni, Luqa
Vecchia Napoli is a sit-down Italian option close to Malta International Airport. It is useful for pizza, pasta or an easy group meal before starting a longer drive.
wagamama SkyParks
SkyParks Business Centre, Malta International Airport, Luqa LQA 4000
wagamama is a great option when you want a seated meal that still fits around travel timings. The SkyParks location makes it convenient for families, business travellers and airport pickups.
Luqa Parish Church
Church Square, Luqa
Luqa Parish Church anchors the older village centre and is dedicated to Saint Andrew. Stop here if you want to see more of Luqa beyond the airport area.
Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum
Triq iċ-Ċimiterju, Raħal Ġdid, Paola, Malta
The Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum is a UNESCO-listed underground prehistoric site close to Luqa. Book ahead, as entry is controlled to protect the chambers.
Blue Grotto and Wied iż-Żurrieq
Wied iż-Żurrieq, Żurrieq
A drive south-west from Luqa brings you to the Blue Grotto area. Visit for sea cliffs, boat-trip views and a coastal route beyond the airport and capital.
FAQs about car hire
Do I need to book Hertz car hire in Luqa in advance?
While it is not necessary to make advance bookings, reserving a rental car ahead gives you better vehicle choice, especially during summer, school holidays and peak flight periods.
Can I return my Luqa rental car elsewhere in Malta?
One-way rentals may be available depending on location availability. Check the rental car location in Malta as your return point and any fee before confirming.
What documents do I need to hire a car in Luqa?
Carry your driving licence, credit card (in the driver’s name), booking confirmation, and an ID such as a passport. In case your licence is not in English, make sure to bring an International Driving Permit.
When is the best time to book a car rental in Malta?
Car rentals are available year-round, but demand often rises during summer, public holidays and major events. Booking early can give you a wider choice of vehicles and more suitable collection times.
Are there restrictions on taking a rental car outside Malta?
Travel across Malta is generally permitted, but taking the vehicle to Gozo or beyond the Maltese Islands may involve additional conditions. Check the rental terms and confirm your plans with Hertz before booking.