Palermo Airport

Palermo Airport MCT

It is important to be aware of the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in an airport when the route has a connecting flight. It is a good idea to be aware of this before booking any flight. The MCT is also a deciding factor when a traveller makes a claim for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT for connecting flights in Palermo Airport.

• Between domestic flights: 30 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 40 min.
• Between international flights: 40 min.

Palermo Airport terminal

Airport terminals are the totally separate sectors which make it possible for air travellers to transfer between transport on the ground, gates and the plane. It is very important to confirm from which terminal you are departing from or travelling through as passengers may need some more time to get to the correct one, especially in larger airports. There is 1 Terminal in Palermo Airport.

Terminal 1 – Air Malta, Alitalia, EasyJet, Ryanair, Volotea and others

Getting from Palermo Airport to city centre

It can be challenging to find the most convenient way to get to the city centre when travelling to a destination for the first time. Public transportation is not always accessible immediately at the airport and taxis might be expensive. We recommend reviewing all the alternatives prior to the flight so you can find out what your options are and can schedule your trip respectively.

For the latest information and public transport connections go here.

Palermo Airport bus

• Prestia e Comandè
  Direction: Palermo Centrale
  Travel time (approx.): 50 min.

Palermo Airport taxi

• Pick up point: outside the Terminal
  Travel time (approx.): 40 min. to the city centre
  Approximate price: 45 EUR

Where to have a rest in Palermo PMO Airport

At times you can have a lengthy wait between flights, for example an overnight layover or a flight delay until the next day. When this happens, it is good for travellers to be familiar with where they can unwind and pass their time between flights.

Palermo Airport lounge

Airport lounges offer passengers the benefit of waiting for their flight in a comfortable environment and provide services such as food and beverages, WIFI, spaces to relax in and showers.

• Gesap VIP Lounge
  Location: Departures, Level 1
  Opening hours: 05:30 AM - 09:30 PM, daily

Palermo Airport hotels

When your flight departs the following day or the lounge isn’t so comfortable, you can opt for staying in a hotel close to the airport. Sometimes hotels are located in the airport building, however at others you may need to leave the airport vicinity to get to a nearby hotel. We have chosen the best alternatives for you in case you choose to stay in a hotel between flights.

• Magaggiari Hotel
  Price: from 100 EUR per night
  Address: Via Impastato Peppino, 7, 90045 Cinisi PA, Italy
  Contact: +39 091 866 5351
  Website: click
• B&B Villa Rosa dei Venti
  Price: from 50 EUR per night
  Address: Piazza Paolo Borsellino e Giovanni Falcone, 107, 90045 Cinisi PA, Italy
  Contact: +39 091 869 4438
  
• Tra le Braccia di Morfeo Hotel
  Price: from 50 EUR per night
  Address: Via Carlo, Viale C. Alberto dalla Chiesa, 41/A, 90049 Terrasini PA, Italy
  Contact: +39 393 908 8212
  Website: click

Palermo Airport restaurants, bars & cafes

Feeling hungry or thirsty when travelling is the last thing you want. Whatever you’re looking for, whether it’s a quick snack for the plane, a spot for coffee before an early flight, or a place to relax and sit down during a layover, we have a selection of possibilities to cover your needs.

Go here to find a comprehensive list of dining places in Palermo Airport.

• Autogrill "Territori d'Italia"
  Description: self-service restaurant
  Location: Departures, Level 2
  Opening hours: 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily
• Sky Lounge
  Description: snack bar
  Location: Departures, Level 2
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily
• Autogrill "Time Cafe"
  Description: snack bar
  Location: Boarding area, Levels 1 and 2
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 10:30 PM, daily
• Bar Autogrill
  Description: bar, savoury and sweet snacks
  Location: Arrivals and Check-in area, Level 1
• Autogrill "Ai Quattro Canti"
  Description: bar
  Location: Departures, Level 2
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 09:30 PM, daily

Palermo Airport shops

The airport shops are the ideal place to buy that last-minute souvenir, or simply to kill some time before the flight. Our guide below can help you to discover the best shopping spots for your needs.

Follow this link for a complete description.

• Aelia
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: Boarding area, Level 2
• Camomilla Italia
  Description: women's clothing and accessories
  Location: Departures, Level 2
• Discover Sicily
  Description: Sicilian products and souvenirs
  Location: Departures, Level 2
• NAU!
  Description: sunglasses, optical glasses, contact lens, accessories
  Location: Departures, Level 2
• MC2 Saint Barth
  Description: beachwear
  Location: Departures, Level 2v

Palermo Airport car hire

Sometimes driving is the most suitable option to explore a destination, or perhaps you need a car for your trip. This list of car hire companies will help you to pick the best choice for your journey.

• Hertz
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:30 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
  Contact: +39 091 213 112
• Europcar
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
  Contact: +39 091 591 688
• Avis
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:30 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
  Contact: +39 091 591 684
• Budget
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +39 091 591 684
• Enterprise
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily

Other services in Palermo Airport (PMO)

• Lost & Found
• Pharmacy (Farmacia)
  Location: Departures, Level 1
  Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
  Contact: +39 091 704 4184
• FLYME - Baggage wrapping service
  Location: Departures, Level 1
• Information desk
  Location: Arrivals
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
  Contact: +39 091 702 0273

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