Giuseppe Verdi Airport of Parma is the airport of Italy's gastronomic capital. Located a few kilometres from the city centre, it is a reference point for cultural and business tourism in the Emilia region.
How to get to Parma Giuseppe Verdi Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to PMF
Parking near Parma Giuseppe Verdi Airport
Official parking located directly in front of the terminal (accessible on foot in less than one minute), approximately 300 spaces.
Rates are moderately priced for an airport of this size (approximately €1-2/hour, maximum daily rate around €8-10); while described as secure, avoid leaving valuable items visible for stays of several days.
How to get to Parma from PMF
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Parma Giuseppe Verdi Airport
Car rental desks present in the terminal for food and wine tours in the province.
Book in advance on high season weekends linked to the Food Valley, when vehicle availability is reduced.
Driver's license, passport and credit card are needed; the IDP is normally required as well.
Hotels near Parma Giuseppe Verdi Airport
Fairgrounds and airport
By car or taxi, about 10 minutes from the terminal; there is no direct bus to the Fairgrounds area.
Best for: Those with a dawn flight or a late-night return who prefer to stay close to the terminal.
- Just a few minutes' drive from the terminal, useful for dawn flights or short layovers
- On-site parking, convenient for those arriving by car
- You still need a taxi or a car: there is no direct bus from the terminal
- A fairgrounds-and-industrial area, with little to do in the evening
Recommended hotels
Historic centre
TEP's line 6 connects the airport and the centre every 30 minutes, a 20-25 minute ride, from 6:30 to 20:00; outside those hours only a taxi.
Best for: Those who want to explore Parma on foot, taking in the Cathedral, the Baptistery and the Palazzo della Pilotta.
- A few minutes' walk from the Cathedral and the Baptistery
- Restaurants and evening life right on your doorstep
- From the terminal you need a bus or taxi, about 20-25 minutes
- A restricted-traffic zone, worth checking for those arriving by car
Recommended hotels
- Casa Camilla - Arty Suite nel centro storico Studio apartment with air conditioning a few minutes from the Baptistery and the Cathedral, with a kitchenette and washing machine. View availability
- Palazzo Borgocolonne Apartments - Manu Maison Soundproofed ground-floor apartments just steps from the Baptistery, with private check-in and daily cleaning. View availability
Railway station
The same TEP line 6 also stops at the railway station, 20-25 minutes from the terminal, every 30 minutes (6:30-20:00).
Best for: Those arriving or leaving by train who want the platform just steps from their accommodation.
- A few minutes' walk from the platforms, convenient for an early-morning train
- The same direct bus from the airport as the centre area
- A less distinctive area than the real historic centre
- The same bus time from the airport as the centre, with no extra advantage
Recommended hotels
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
A single compact terminal that guarantees fluid and stress-free transit.
Given the compact structure, from check-in to gate you walk in a few minutes, with queues at security almost always absent.
Commercial airline activity is limited; the airport also plays a significant role in general aviation and some cargo flights.
Map of Parma Giuseppe Verdi Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you get to central Parma from Giuseppe Verdi Airport?
With urban bus line 6, which regularly connects Parma railway station with the airport.
Q. Is Parma Airport convenient for the Emilian Food Valley?
Yes, it's the closest gateway to where Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma are produced: renting a car is recommended for visiting the dairies.
Q. Are there many flights from Parma Airport?
The offering is limited, with a small number of domestic connections and some cargo flights linked to the food district.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Parma?
Yes, for visiting the area's dairies and ham producers, which are often not reachable by public transport alone.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
