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.
Money changes hands at the border: Medellín uses the COP ($) and Valletta uses the EUR (€). Language shifts too — Spanish in Medellín, English in Valletta. Be careful behind the wheel: Medellín drives on the right, Valletta on the left.
- Country
- Colombia
- Capital
- Bogotá
- Currency
- Colombian peso (COP · $)
- Language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +57
- Drives on
- Right
- Country
- Malta
- Capital
- Valletta
- Currency
- euro (EUR · €)
- Language
- English, Maltese
- Calling code
- +356
- Drives on
- Left
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Medellín and Valletta?
Medellín is 7 hours ahead of Valletta. Medellín runs on GMT-5 and Valletta on GMT+2. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 1 hour 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 Medellín from Valletta?
About 9,610 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 11h 48m, 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 Medellín and Valletta use?
Medellín uses the Colombian peso (COP, $); Valletta uses the euro (EUR, €). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Medellín from Valletta?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +57, 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 Medellín and Valletta?
Medellín primarily speaks Spanish; Valletta speaks English, Maltese. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Medellín and Valletta drive on the same side of the road?
No. Colombia drives on the right, Malta on the left. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.