Catania to Malta Valletta Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Catania, Italy to Malta Valletta, Malta. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 116.3 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 23 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 12 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 116.3 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Catania to Malta Valletta. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 16% longer than the 100 nm direct line, its heading turning from east-southeast to southwest. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance: 116.3 nm (215.4 km)
Direct line: 100.4 nm16% longer
Great-circle bearing: 196° (south-southwest)
Sea area: Mediterranean Sea
Geographic extent: 1.6° × 0.8°
Crossing: Cross-border · Same region
From: Catania (Italy) 37.5079, 15.0830
To: Malta Valletta (Malta) 35.8989, 14.5146
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	23 hours
8 kn	15 hours
10 kn	12 hours
12 kn	10 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Catania to Malta Valletta Route

Linking Catania and Valletta, this single-day crossing international crossing serving a major port and an island destination sits in the Mediterranean region — a passage shaped by local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.

The lane links Catania (Italy) and Valletta (Malta), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

•A single-day crossing international passage in the Mediterranean region typically requires planning for local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.
•A single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this international crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean.
•Documentation requirements differ for international passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Catania to Malta Valletta by sea?

Approximately 116.3 nautical miles separate Catania and Malta Valletta by sea, making this a single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Catania to Malta Valletta?

Expect about 12 hours – 23 hours for a single-day crossing run of 116.3 nautical miles within the same maritime region.

What's the best time to sail from Catania to Malta Valletta?

Peak sailing season here is May-October; year-round, Mediterranean routes contend with local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.

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