The airport in Palermo is one of the main airports of the island of Sicily, it was named after two fighters against the Sicilian mafia - Falcone and Borsellino. It is located about 30 kilometers from the city. The airport is also referred to as Punta Raisi Airport - the place where it is located.
The airport in Palermo serves flights of leading European companies, as well as flights of low-cost airlines, among which, undoubtedly, Ryanair, the largest European low-cost airline, can be distinguished.
The airport has two runways, the lengths of which are 3326 and 2068 meters. More than 4.3 million passengers are served here annually.
Services
The airport in Palermo is ready to offer its passengers all the necessary services that may be needed on the road. For hungry passengers, there are cafes and restaurants that are ready to offer local and foreign cuisine. Also, guests of the airport can visit numerous shops, which offer various goods.
In addition, tourists can use ATMs, post office, luggage storage, bank branches or currency exchange offices, etc.
For passengers with children, there is a mother and child room, as well as play rooms for children.
If necessary, passengers can always seek medical help at the first-aid post or buy the necessary medicines at the pharmacy.
For passengers traveling in business class, the terminal has a separate waiting room with an increased level of comfort.
Tourist offices will help you plan your further holidays in the country.
How to get there
There are several ways to get to Palermo from the airport. The simplest and cheapest option is a bus or train. Both transports go to the local railway station. The train leaves the airport every hour and will take passengers to the city for about 4.5 euros. You can get to the city by bus for about the same cost.
In addition, tourists can get to the city by taxi, the trip will cost much more - about 40 euros.
For tourists who want to travel around the country on their own, companies that provide cars for rent work at the airport.
