Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport - Flight Information and Guide (CLY)

Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport serves Balagna, the northwestern region of Corsica, approximately 7 km from Calvi city center.

Calvi is known for its Genoese citadel overlooking the gulf and as one of the island's most exclusive beach destinations, with traffic heavily concentrated in summer months.

Content verified on 03/09/2026

Official source: en.balagne-corsica.com/commerce-et-service/calvi-sainte-catherine-airport

How to get to Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport

The city centre of Calvi is about 7 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 15 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Drivers reach the center of Calvi in approximately 15 minutes.

By Train

Corsican rail network (Chemins de fer de la Corse) connects Calvi to other cities on the island, but the station is not directly connected to the airport.

By Bus

There is no bus service specifically dedicated to airport connections.

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Tips The airport has strongly seasonal connections, with most flights concentrated between May and September: always check operational status during your travel period.

Average travel time to CLY

TrainNot available

Shuttle busNot a dedicated service

Taxi / Private hire20-25 minutes (seasonal)

Parking near Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport

The compact parking is reachable on foot in just minutes from the terminal.

There is no direct surveillance, but rates remain moderate.

How to get to Calvi from CLY

By Train

Calvi railway station is not directly connected to the airport.

By Bus

There is no dedicated bus line for departing or arriving passengers.

By Taxi

Taxis typically wait at the arrivals area during peak months; approximately 47-80 euros for the city center (fares are unregulated and often higher during peak season).

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Car rental at Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport

Some car rental operators have counters in the arrivals area during peak months: book well in advance during high season.

The deposit requires a credit card in the driver's name, along with a driving license and passport.

Hotels near Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport

Calvi Sainte-Catherine Airport is 6 km from the centre: a taxi takes about 10 minutes at a fixed fare, the shuttle 30-40 minutes with limited schedules, the public bus up to 45-55 minutes. Since there are no hotels near the terminal, the real choice is between the citadel and harbour area, the seafront towards the beach and the marina, or the countryside around the town for those seeking quiet and a park instead of a sea view. On an island where flights are often seasonal, it's worth checking in advance the opening dates of the chosen hotel, because many places close in winter.

City centre

Citadel and harbour

10 minutes by taxi at a fixed fare from the airport

Best for: those who want the Genoese citadel and the harbour on foot, with the beach still just steps away

Pros

Walking distance from the Genoese citadel and the harbour
Fine sandy beach right below the hotel

Cons

Many places close in the low season, worth checking before booking
Touristy area, more expensive in high season

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City centre

Seafront, beach and marina

10 minutes by taxi at a fixed fare from the airport

Best for: those who want to stay on the beach and in the centre without moving around

Pros

In the centre, with the beach, harbour and citadel all close by
Panoramic rooftop terrace with pool at one of the two properties

Cons

Pedestrian area crowded at the height of summer
Limited parking, better to ask the hotel in advance

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Nearby town

Countryside around Calvi

about 15 minutes by car from the airport, 5 minutes from the centre of Calvi

Best for: those seeking quiet and a park instead of a direct sea view

Pros

3-hectare park with pool, away from the town's noise in summer
High-standard hotel restaurant

Cons

A car is needed to get to the centre and the beach
High price range compared to the rest of Calvi

Recommended hotels

La Signoria & Spa Genoese residence from the eighteenth century in a 3-hectare park with pool and spa, 5 minutes from the citadel. View availability

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Airport services

The airport serves Balagne and Calvi, with pronounced seasonality concentrated between May and September.

Shopping & Duty Free

A small duty-free area features typical Corsican products.

Lounges & relaxation

There are no business lounges, consistent with the airport's traffic volume.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

The terminal's public areas have Wi-Fi connectivity.

Families & Children

For travelers with children, the available assistance is of an essential nature.

Terminal guide

During summer, terminal traffic, otherwise limited, increases noticeably.

To avoid issues, plan to arrive 1.5–2 hours early for flights.

Map of Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Is Calvi airport open all year round?

Connections are strongly seasonal, concentrated between May and September: always check flight operations for your travel period.

Q. What makes Calvi special?

The Genoese citadel overlooking the gulf and its reputation as one of Corsica's most exclusive seaside destinations.

Q. Is there an ATM at Calvi airport?

The small terminal, operating mainly in the summer season, has essential services including an ATM; those arriving off-season or on connecting evening flights would still do well to bring some cash already, given the reduced opening hours of some counters.