Nova Drive | Car Hire Malta | Self-Drive, Airport Pickup

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From the plane to the road

Your Luqa pickup, in four easy steps

01

You land at MLA

Step off the plane and follow the meeting instructions we send you before you travel.

02

We meet you

A host meets you in Luqa with your keys and paperwork ready.

03

Quick check & keys

A two-minute confirmation check, then we hand you the keys.

04

Drive off

Settle into your car and head out into Malta.

Why Nova Drive

Built for you

Easy Luqa pickup

Collect your car minutes after landing at MLA, with clear meeting instructions.

Clear pricing before checkout

See your full total, with insurance and extras included, before you pay.

Helpful local support

A Malta-based team on call by phone and WhatsApp, every day of your trip.

Simple insurance options

Plain-English cover, with an optional upgrade that removes your excess and lowers your deposit.

Modern, well-kept fleet

Recent, regularly serviced vehicles: manual, automatic, hybrid and electric.

Explore at your own pace

Malta, Gozo, hidden beaches and clifftop roads, all on your schedule.

First time renting here?

Driving in Malta made simple

Malta drives on the left

A British legacy. We share quick tips to adjust in your first hour.

Licence requirements

EU licences accepted; non-Roman-alphabet licences need an IDP.

Minimum age guidance

From 21 with a 2-year licence. Under-25 surcharge explained upfront.

Luqa pickup guidance

Where to meet us at MLA and what to do if your flight is delayed.

Taking the car to Gozo

How the Gozo ferry works with a rental and what it costs.

Parking tips

Where to park in Valletta, Sliema and busy summer hotspots.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Pickup in Luqa, minutes from MLA, is our most popular option, with clear meeting instructions sent before arrival.

A valid driving licence, the booking confirmation, a payment card in the main driver's name, and an IDP if your licence is non-Roman-alphabet.

Every rental includes Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) with an excess and third-party liability cover. Zero Risk Protection, our optional upgrade at checkout, removes that excess entirely. Full details are in our Terms & Conditions.

Yes, from age 21 with a licence held at least 2 years. A young-driver surcharge applies under 25 and is shown clearly before you pay.

Absolutely. The Gozo ferry takes vehicles, and we'll explain how it works and the current ferry fares in your booking info.

Add your flight number at checkout and we'll track it. Your car is held, at no extra charge for reasonable delays.

Yes. Child and booster seats are €4 a day, added at checkout, and our team fits them before you collect the car in Luqa. Arrange them when you book so they are ready on arrival.

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