Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Currency is one less thing to think about — both run on the euro (EUR). Language shifts too — English in Valletta, Italian in Firenze. Be careful behind the wheel: Valletta drives on the left, Firenze on the right.
- Country
- Malta
- Capital
- Valletta
- Currency
- euro (EUR · €)
- Language
- English, Maltese
- Calling code
- +356
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Italy
- Capital
- Rome
- Currency
- euro (EUR · €)
- Language
- Italian, Catalan
- Calling code
- +39
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Valletta and Firenze?
Valletta and Firenze share the same offset (GMT+2), so there's no difference right now.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 8 hours where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Valletta from Firenze?
About 918 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 1h 35m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Valletta and Firenze use?
Both Malta and Italy use the euro (EUR, €). No exchange needed when moving between the two.
How do I call Valletta from Firenze?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +356, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Valletta and Firenze?
Valletta primarily speaks English, Maltese; Firenze speaks Italian, Catalan. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Valletta and Firenze drive on the same side of the road?
No. Malta drives on the left, Italy on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.