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1 hour 40 min

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Transportation to Palermo Airport from the City Center

The airport in Palermo, which is considered the center of the Sicily known for its wonderful climate and historical remains, is about 35 kilometers from the city center. The airport, also known as Palermo Falcone-Borsellino Airport, is well known as one of the busiest airports in the region.

The airport acts as a meeting point so to speak of visitors from different cities of Europe especially during the summer months. You can reach the airport, which is close to the city center, at the end of a journey of about 40 minutes from the historical center of Palermo. Among the vehicles you can use for this journey are buses, leading to economical options in the city, taxis that are ideal for those seeking a comfortable and uninterrupted journey and shuttles provided by hotels and private companies.

If you are willing to use your own vehicle, you can also travel by renting a car in Palermo. The great advantage of the rental cars is that they provide easy access between Palermo and its surroundings as well as other points of the island without having limitations about time.

Bus

The journey you will make from the center of Palermo by buses, which are known as Prestia e Comande, is fast. Moreover, the ticket prices are not high. You can reach the airport in about 40 minutes by paying an average of 7-8 Euros. Buses from Palermo city center depart from Castelnuovo and Central Station.

You also have the opportunity to reach Palermo Airport from different settlements such as Agrigento and Trapani. However, while the expeditions from these places are increased during the summer months, they are not as often as those from Palermo.

If you are planning to arrive at the airport by bus from the city center, make sure that you get enough Euros before you board the bus. Although you can pay in taxi and other vehicles in foreign currency, the buses usually accept Euro.

Taxi

It is also possible to reach Palermo Airport from the city center by taxi. Moreover, there is no time and hour constraint to use these tools. You can arrive at the airport from the city center by taxi from early in the morning until late at night. If you want to travel by taxi you have to pay 35 Euro on average.

You do not have much chance of negotiating the price with taxis. However, if you find volunteers from your hotel to share your taxi or you are travelling with friends, you can decrease the amount you have to pay. If you want to tip a taxi in the city, 10% of the total fare would be enough.

Car Rental

In Palermo, there are offices of numerous international car rental companies such as AVIS, Hertz and Europcar. You can rent your car from on these companies at the airport or in Palermo city center and continue your journey with a rental car. Rental cars in the city are generally comfortable, but if you do not have a good knowledge of the roads you should opt for a car with navigation equipment. By reducing the risk of getting lost on this voyage, you can find your way much easier.

Airport Shuttle

You can get information from your hotel in advacen and use an airport shuttle service prepared for you if your hotel provides this service. Traveling with these vehicles takes 35-40 minutes on average and is considered one of the most comfortable options in the city. In Palermo you also have the opportunity to take advantage of the provide companies that provide this service for transport. You can choose the best alternative for you and make your reservation by getting information from your hotel and private companies beforehand.

Luxurious Vehicles

There are also luxury car options in the city, especially preferred by honeymooners and wanderers who want to feel special. These vehicles, which usually serve with private drivers, also offer the fastest journey from the city center to the airport. If you decide to proceed with these vehicles, you can make reservations online and find your vehicle ready on your doorstep.

Airport Information

Falcone-Borsellino Airport, which connects Sicily's center Palermo to the rest of Italy and the world, welcomes its passengers 35 kilometers away from the center of Palermo. Although the airport is not too big, it is one of the largest and busiest airports in the south of the country. There are restaurant and cafés and private passenger lounges waiting for passengers at the airport where air companies such as Air Italy, Air Berlin, Ryanair and easyJet have flights to.

One of these lounges, where you can sip your tea and chowder in a relaxed atmosphere, is reserved for the passengers of Alitalia Airlines. If you are flying with a different company, you can take advantage of the second private passenger lounge at the airport.

In Palermo Falcone-Borsellino Airport, there are bank branches and ATMs belonging to different banks. You can complete your different banking transactions such as withdrawing and transferring money. In the airport, which is designed for the comfort of the disabled, you can see the equipment prepared for the disabled in the common areas as well as in the elevators.

You can also enjoy Palermo by renting a car from the offices of car rental companies located at the airport. You need to be careful to keep your driving license with you both when renting a car and along the way.

Last Updated: 13 Jul 2017

Transportation to Milan City Center from Airport

Orio al Serio Intl. - Milan Bergamo Airport

Milan’s Orio Al Serio International Airport, also known as Milan-Bergamo Airport, is considered the city’s 3rd largest airport. From Milan-Bergamo Airport you can get to the city center by taxi, bus, train, rental car and personal car.

Taxi

The most convenient and fastest transportation alternative to get to the city center from Milan-Bergamo Airport is by taxi. You can comfortably get to the city center using licensed Radiotaxi taxis, without having to worry about traffic.

Bus

Another way to get to the city center from Milan-Bergamo Airport is by bus. There are a large number of buses that provide transportation to various parts of the city for affordable prices. Bus companies that you can choose from include ATB, Autostradale, Orioshuttle, Terravision, Sadem and Iseo Express. Stops that these buses run to include the Bergamo Train Station, Milan Central Station, Milan Lambrate Train Station, East Gate bus parking area, Rho Pero, Malpensa terminals, Monza, Cologno Monzese, and Turin.

Rental Car

Another way to get to the city center, and travel in and around the city during your trip, is by rental car. There are various rental car offices located at the airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Auto Europa, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto, Sixt and Maggiore. If you prefer to rent a chauffeured vehicle check out Tour Car Service, they provide chauffeured vehicle services.  

Last Updated: 18 Apr 2019

Linate Airport

Milan’s second largest airport, Linate Airport is located in very close proximity to the city center. Just 7 km away, you can get to the city center by taxi, bus, shuttles, rental car, and personal car.

Taxi

One of the most convenient transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Linate Airport is by taxi. Taxis are also one of the fastest options since the airport is such a short distance away from the city center. Taxi companies that are reliable and easy to use include Radiotaxi, Arrow Radio Taxi, Blue Taxi, The Martesana Radio Taxi and Taxi Autodraiotassi.

Bus

Another method of transportation to get to the city center from Linate Airport is by bus. Buses are located outside of the terminal building. There are two different bus routes that you can use. The Urban Line 73 bus route departs every 10 minutes and travels to Milan Piazza San Babila. The Urban Line X73 departs every 20 minutes and travels to Milan Porta Vottoia.

Rental Car

You can rent a car from the rental car offices located in the terminal building and comfortably travel to the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Auto Europa, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto, Sixt, Thrifty, Maggiore and Dollar. If you don’t want to drive yourselves you can take advantage of Fly Car Service’s chauffeured vehicles.

Last Updated: 18 Apr 2019

Malpensa Airport

Milan’s largest airport Malpensa Airport is located 49 from the city center. From the airport you can get to many central parts of the city by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Taxi

One of the fastest and most convenient ways to get to the city center from Malpensa Airport is by taxi. You can easily find licensed airport taxis from both terminal buildings. The trip to the city center from the airport takes about 50 minutes.

Bus

Another method of transportation you can use to get to the city center from Malpensa Airport is by bus. Buses depart from both terminal buildings and provide transportation to central Milan, as well as Linate Airport, Sesto, Torino, and other regions. Buses depart from both terminals every 20 minutes and offer cheaper transportation to the city when compared to taxis.

Train

One of the fastest transportation alternatives to get to city center is by train. The train station is located in Terminal 1. There are two different train lines that go to Milano Cadorna Station and Milano Central Station. From the airport the Malpensa Express train travels to the Milano Cadorna Station in 29 minutes and Milano Central Station in 45 minutes. When purchasing tickets for the train you can buy a single use ticket or multi-journey ticket, which can contain 6 tickets within it.    

Rental Car

Another way to get to the city center, and even explore the city during your trip, is by renting a car. Rental car offices are located in the Terminal 1 building. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Auto Europa, Avis Autonolegio, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto Rent, Maggiore National, Sixt and Thrifty.

Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019

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Which airports can I use for Palermo-Milan flights?

For Palermo-Milan flights, you can use Falcone Borsellino - Palermo - Punta Raisi  Airport as departure airport, and Orio al Serio Intl. - Milan Bergamo Airport, Linate Airport, Malpensa Airport, Parma Airport, Segrate Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Palermo-Milan and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Palermo-Milan is 886 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 40 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Palermo-Milan flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Palermo-Milan flights is Saturday.