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Popular Airport

Falcone Borsellino - Palermo - Punta Raisi  Airport

Popular Airlines

ITA - Italia Trasporto Aereo

Approximate Flight Duration

1 hour 20 min

Approximate Travel Distance

427 Km
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Transportation to Airport from Rome City Center

Ciampino Intl. - G. B. Pastine Airport

The Ciampino Airport, located 12 km away, is accessible from central Rome by bus, train, taxi, rental car and personal car. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the Ciampino Airport from the city. You can utilize a variety of transportation methods to get to the airport.

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to the airport from the city center is a taxi. We recommend checking the traffic before you leave and timing it accordingly. Taking a taxi to the airport is a more cost-effective transportation method because it is the fastest option.

Bus

You can also get to Ciampino Airport from the city center by bus. Compared to taxis buses are a more economical alternative. After a comfortable journey you will find yourself at the airport. The city has many different bus lines. You can opt to use one of the following bus companies: Atral, Cotral, Sit, Terravision and Schiaffini.  

Train

Another transportation method many passengers prefer is the train. Trains depart every half hour from central Rome and get to the airport in a short amount of time.

Rental Cars

In addition to rental car offices located in the airport there are many offices located in the city center as well. The airport is accessible by car so if you’re planning to stay for a couple of days, renting a car for that duration is ideal. You can drop off the car at the airport the day of your departure. Rental car agencies you can choose from include Sicily, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto, Maggiore, Sixt and Goldcar.

Airport Information

One of Rome’s busiest airports, Ciampino Airport consists of one passenger terminal building, which contains both the international and domestic terminals. The airport features a medical center, lost and found, baby care rooms, information, and many venues for shopping and eating and drinking.

Stores where you can go shopping include Aelia Duty Free, American Express, Air Store, Excatta Group Internet Point, Fedon, I dolci di nonna Vincenza, Just Design, Punto nel Mondo, Sanifarma Store and Truestar Securebag.

Venues where you can enjoy something to eat or drink include Chef Express, Gusto Moka, Moka Rosso Sapore and Moka.


Fiumicino Intl. - Leonardo Da Vinci Airport

From Rome City Center to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport Train The Leonardo Express is the direct train that serves routes between the Termini in Rome city center and Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport. The train operates between 05.20 and 22.35, and every 15-30 minutes, depending on time and day. As the airport is located about 26 kilometers from Rome city center, the duration of the ride is about 30-35 minutes. A one-way ticket costs 14 EUR, you will not be charged extra for baggage, and pets are allowed too. Airport Shuttles Terravision Shuttle buses operate between Termini in Rome city center and Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport. The ride takes around 60-70 minutes, has five stops, and costs 6 EUR for a one-way round. The routes start at 4.30 in the morning from Termini in Rome and continue until 19.50. Taxi There are numerous taxi companies that you can choose as transportation from Rome city center to Leonardo da Vinci- Fiumicino International Airport. The pricing is fixed between the city center and the airport, which is 48 EUR. You can find operating taxis 24/7 and the ride takes around 30-40 minutes, depending on the traffic. Rental Car You can find numerous options for rental car companies in the Rome city center. From international brands like Avis, Budget, Hertz, Europcar, and Sixt, to local companies, there are endless options. While the prices may differ according to several factors such as duration, car type, and more, you can find as low as 15-25 EUR per day. If you are planning to use a rental car as an option for transportation from Rome city center to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport, do not forget to ask whether you can drop off the car at the airport, to avoid encountering problems later. Hotel Shuttles Hotel shuttles are always a good idea, especially for larger groups and many pieces of baggage. Some hotels provide transportation services from Rome city center to Leonardo da Vinci- Fiumicino International Airport, and vice versa. While booking you can ask whether they do so and if they apply a fee or if it is free of charge. Do not forget to share your flight time as well.

Transportation to Palermo City Center from Airport

Falcone Borsellino - Palermo - Punta Raisi  Airport

Palermo Airport, also known as Falcone-Borsellino Airport, is located 35 kilometers from the center of Palermo. Falcone-Borsellino Airport, which serves its passengers in Palermo, in Sicily, Italy's most popular island, is known as the busiest airport in the south of Italy at the same time.

It is possible to fly with a number of airlines such as Ryaniar, Air Italy, Air Berlin and easyJet from the airport which has four departments. At Palermo Airport, one of the busiest airports in Italy, you can find restaurants and cafés as well as ATMs where you can withdraw money. The airport also has two VIP passenger lounges, one belonging to Alitalia Airlines and the other belonging to other airline companies.

Elevators, toilets and other common areas are suitable for disabled people at the disabled friendly airport. Buses, taxis, rental cars and airport shuttles are available to reach the center of Palermo from the airport. Among these options, taxis are the most frequently preferred vehicle by tourists. The bus is waiting for its passengers as a more economical choice compared to the taxi in the city.

Another option in the city is car rental, which is a very handy way to evaluate for access to Palermo and its surroundings as well as other cities in Sicily. In the center of the city you can easily reach many places on foot or by bicycle.

Bus

Buses that serve between the airport and the city center are also known as The Prestia e Comande and are waiting for their passengers just outside the terminal building. For more detailed information about buses, you can also contact +39 0 915 804 57.

Buses departing from the center of Palermo, Piazza Castelnuovo and Central Station, continue to take their passengers from there to the airport. The first bus departing every half an hour from the airport is at 06:30. The first bus from the city center to the airport on the other hand is at 05:00. You need to pay an average of 7-8 euros for each passenger to the buses that would take you to the airport in an average of 40-50 minutes.

Buses are also available from the airport to destinations such as Agrigento and Trapani. However, the intervals for these routes are lower. You can make your payment in cash in the bus, but remember that you must have the euro for this. Payments with different currencies are generally not accepted in transport vehicles operating in the city.

Taxi

You can easily arrive in Palermo by taking a taxi from the Falcone-Borsellino Airport. Although the fare of the taxis that meet the passengers at the exit of the airport terminal is not very low, you may consider paying a little more due to the convenient transportation facilities the taxi offers. Moreover, the taxi drivers have a lot of knowledge about city center and the hotels. This is why you can easily find your hotel and other places to visit.

The journey from the airport to the center of Palermo by taxi takes an average of 45 minutes and at the end of this time the amount you need to pay is around 35 Euro. If you are traveling with your relatives, or if you share your taxi with other passengers coming from the airport to the city center, there is also a chance to decrease the amount you pay a bit more.

Car Rental

Palermo is also a great city to rent cars. As soon as you arrive at the airport, you can rent your car from companies that you will see at the terminal building such as AVIS, Europcar, Hertz and Autoeuropa. Renting a car in the city is also ideal for traveling around Palermo and other parts of Sicily. By booking online you can make use of advantageous prices and see your options easily.

Airport Shuttle

You can also use the airport shuttles, one of the most preferred options, to get to the center of Palermo from the airport. Airport shuttles are generally a bit more expensive compared to busses and even taxis, you can use these vehicles at lower fares in low seasons.  

Some hotels in Palermo can also arrange airport shuttle services for their guests free of charge. However, you must first obtain information and make a reservation if necessary. When you are ready for your trip, you can contact your hotel and, if they offer the service, you can reach the center of Palermo in about 40 minutes using these services provided by your hotel.

Luxurious Vehicles

Although not a preferred option in Palermo, you can also prefer luxurious vehicles to get to the city center from Palermo airport.  Please note that the cost of this service offered by some Palermo hostels and private companies is much more expensive than other options, although it varies according to the vehicle and the season.

If you would like to take advantage of luxury vehicles, which meet their passengers with a special driver usually, mostly preferred by couples coming for honeymoon, you can do a short search on the internet to get information about these vehicles.

Weather in Palermo

DayMin - Max
WednesdayMin 9ºC - Max 13ºC
ThursdayMin 12ºC - Max 14ºC
FridayMin 10ºC - Max 15ºC
SaturdayMin 12ºC - Max 14ºC
SundayMin 8ºC - Max 15ºC

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