Luigi Ridolfi Airport of Forlì is a historic airport in Romagna that has recently resumed commercial activities. Located a few kilometres from the city centre, it positions itself as a boutique airport for those seeking comfort and speed.
It serves as an excellent alternative for reaching the Riviera Romagnola and art cities of Emilia-Romagna while avoiding the crowds of major airports.
How to get to Forlì Luigi Ridolfi Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to FRL
Parking near Forlì Luigi Ridolfi Airport
Official uncovered parking approximately 20 meters from the terminal entrance, with 10 minutes of free parking (Parking 0).
Parking 0 (very short-term): €3.50 from the 11th to 60th minute, then €3.50/hour. Parking P1 (terminal-facing): €3 for the first 2 hours, then €12/day. Parkings P2/P3 (long-term): €2 for the first 2 hours, then €8/day.
How to get to Forlì from FRL
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Forlì Luigi Ridolfi Airport
Car rental desks present in the terminal with major national brands.
Desks generally follow operating flight hours. Bring license, ID document and credit card registered to the driver for the deposit, and photograph the vehicle condition at pickup. Italian and other EU/SEE citizens drive with only their national license; for all others, the International Driving Permit (IDP) is generally required.
Hotels near Forlì Luigi Ridolfi Airport
Airport area
Right in front of the terminal, a few steps away on foot.
Best for: for those with a dawn flight or a night landing who don't want to travel further
- The terminal is a few steps away, useful for off-hours flights
- Airport bar open 50 metres from the property
- Isolated area, nothing to do on foot in the evening
- Some reviews report very basic rooms
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Forlì historic centre
With bus line 7, which has a stop inside the terminal and reaches the centre in a few minutes.
Best for: for those who want to visit Forlì and also travel comfortably by train towards Romagna
- The airport bus stop is a few steps from the centre
- Close to the railway station for getting to Cesena, Rimini and Ravenna
- Fewer evening options than larger cities like Bologna
- Some budget properties have very basic rooms
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Forlì Apennines (Verghereto)
About 55 km from the airport, an hour to an hour and a half's drive on mountain roads; no direct public transport link.
Best for: for those extending their stay among spas and nature in the Apennines, away from the plain
- Mountain air and an in-house spa, useful at the end of a trip
- Much quieter than the Romagna plain
- The route from the airport involves mountain roads, best avoided in snow
- Very few other services around the village
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Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
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Families & Children
Terminal guide
Single terminal recently renovated, characterized by very short boarding times.
From check-in to gate you generally walk only a few minutes, with security control queues almost always short.
Served by a more limited selection of airlines and European carriers compared to nearby airports in Bologna and Rimini.
Map of Forlì Luigi Ridolfi Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you get to Forlì from Luigi Ridolfi Airport?
With urban bus line 7, which regularly connects Forlì railway station with the airport.
Q. Is Forlì Airport convenient for the Romagna Riviera?
It's an alternative to Rimini for those visiting inland Romagna, with connections to the coast via regional train from Forlì station.
Q. Are there many flights from Forlì Airport?
The offering is smaller than Bologna and Rimini, with selected domestic and European connections.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Forlì?
It can be useful for exploring inland Romagna and the hills between Forlì and Predappio, which are less well served by public transport.
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