San Francesco d'Assisi International Airport of Umbria is the region's primary gateway, strategically positioned midway between Perugia and Assisi. Inaugurated in 1938 and renovated by Gae Aulenti, the airport is vital for tourism in the 'Green Heart of Italy'.
How to get to Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport
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By Train
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Average travel time to PEG
Parking near Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport
Official parking is located directly opposite the terminal (walking access in less than a minute) and offers over 400 parking spaces, open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. It is divided into short-term and long-term parking areas.
Approximate rates: €2.50 per hour for short-term parking up to the daily maximum; for long-term parking €11 per day for the first two days, then decreasing to €7, €6, and €5 per day on subsequent days. Booking online generally yields discounted rates compared to on-site payment.
How to get to Perugia from PEG
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Car rental at Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport
Avis, Hertz, Europcar, and Sicily by Car desks are located directly in the Arrivals area of the terminal, with hours generally aligned to flight schedules.
Prepare your license, passport, and credit card; an IDP is typically required for car rentals.
Hotels near Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport
Sant'Egidio
About 3 minutes by car from the terminal; there are no night buses, only taxis or the property's own transfer.
Best for: Those with a dawn or late-night flight who don't want to drive in the dark on country roads.
- Minutes from the gates, useful for the most inconvenient flights
- A family-run property with pool and garden, not an anonymous hotel
- A convenient base for driving to Perugia or Assisi as well
- Without a rental car the cities aren't easily reached
- The surrounding area is open countryside, no village or shops
- Out of season the airport has few flights, with limited schedules
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Torgiano
About 10-14 km from the airport, 15-20 minutes by car; there appear to be no direct buses from the airport.
Best for: Those who rent a car and want the wine and the Umbrian hills between Perugia and Assisi.
- A wine village with cellars and a dedicated museum just steps away
- A convenient midway position for both Perugia and Assisi
- Farmhouses with pool and ample space, useful for families or groups
- Without a car you can neither reach nor leave the village
- Evening life is concentrated on weekends, very quiet on weekdays
- Some accommodations require longer minimum stays
Spello
About 22 km from the airport, 25-30 minutes by car; there appear to be no direct public connections.
Best for: A flower-decked village as a base for Assisi and the rest of Umbria, for those with more time to spare.
- A medieval village among the most admired in Umbria, known for its flower displays
- A convenient base for Assisi, just a few kilometres away
- Farmhouses with pool set in a natural park spanning several hectares
- The farthest area from the airport among those in this guide
- A car is always needed, even just to go shopping
- In low season the pool and some services are closed
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Terminal guide
The airport operates a single, compact terminal; check-in, security, and gates are all on the ground floor.
Given the single-level compact layout, the walk from check-in to gate takes just a few minutes, with security queues generally minimal.
Served by a limited range of domestic airlines and some seasonal European flights.
Map of Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you get to Perugia from San Francesco d'Assisi airport?
With the 'Umbria Airlink' shuttle bus service, which connects the airport to the Perugia and Assisi railway stations.
Q. Is Umbria airport convenient for both Perugia and Assisi?
Yes, it's roughly equidistant from both cities and is the main air gateway for the whole region.
Q. Are there many flights from Umbria airport?
The offering is modest compared to Italy's major airports, with domestic connections and some seasonal international flights.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Umbria when arriving in Perugia?
Yes, it's often the most practical choice for exploring Umbria's towns (Orvieto, Spoleto, Gubbio), which aren't always well served by public transport.
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