Żabbar
city · Malta
Overview
Żabbar is a regional capital in Malta.
Its population is roughly 16,000.
On the map it sits in Europe, in the northern hemisphere.
Malta International Airport (MLA) is the closest airport, roughly 5 km away.
Key facts
| Country | Malta |
|---|---|
| Population | 15,648 |
| Timezone | Europe/Malta |
| Nearest airport | Malta International Airport (MLA), 5 km |
| Currency | EUR |
Where Żabbar is
Żabbar sits in Malta, in the northern part of Europe.
Valletta lies about 3 km to the north-west, San Pawl il-Baħar lies about 14 km to the north-west and Birkirkara lies about 7 km to the west.
Getting there
The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Malta International Airport (MLA), roughly 5 km away.
Alternative gateways include Comiso Airport (CIY, 125 km).
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Find flights to Żabbar →arrives MLA (5.3 km away)
Getting around
It is small enough to walk end to end; a car or taxi helps for anything beyond the centre. If you drive, remember traffic here keeps to the left.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly temperate (northern hemisphere): four clear seasons, with warm summers and cool-to-cold winters.
For most visitors the shoulder seasons — roughly April to June and September to October — offer warm-enough weather without the peak-summer crowds, while high summer (June to August) is busiest.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Żabbar is worth your time: a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through MLA.
Day trips & nearby
For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: Valletta (3 km to the north-west); San Pawl il-Baħar (14 km to the north-west); Birkirkara (7 km to the west); Mosta (11 km to the west); Sliema (5 km to the north-west).
Good to know
The currency is the EUR (Euro).
The main language spoken is English.
Clocks run on Europe/Malta time.
Traffic drives on the left.
How long to stay
For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.
Where to stay in Żabbar
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Getting around Żabbar
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Żabbar?
- Malta International Airport (MLA) is the closest airport, about 5 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Żabbar?
- Late spring to early autumn is usually the most reliable window.
- What is near Żabbar?
- Valletta is one of the closest places, about 3 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Żabbar in?
- Żabbar is in Malta.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
Data compiled 2026-09-18. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.