Pescara airport, also known as Abruzzo airport, is the region's only international airport, located a few kilometers from Pescara's center. It is the reference point for tourism to the Adriatic Sea and the national parks.
How to get to Abruzzo Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to PSR
Parking near Abruzzo Airport
Large official parking (over 500 spaces) right in front of the terminal, managed by S.A.G.A. S.p.A.
Approximately €2/hour and €10/day for official parking, with decreasing rates for longer stays (approximately €5/day from the fourth day). In the immediate vicinity along the SS 5 Tiburtina road there are also low-cost private parking lots a few minutes' walk away, video-monitored, starting at approximately €5–6/day.
How to get to Pescara from PSR
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Abruzzo Airport
Car rental counters located in the Arrivals area; indispensable for exploring the mountain villages.
Book in advance to reach the mountain villages of Abruzzo, especially on high-season hiking weekends.
The agency typically requires a driving license, passport, credit card, and an International Driving Permit.
Hotels near Abruzzo Airport
Centre
From the terminal, a taxi takes about 10 minutes; the Airlink shuttle reaches Stazione Centrale in 25 minutes, but only between 8-12 and 19-24.
Best for: Those who want restaurants, shops and city life close at hand.
- Restaurants and shops of the centre on the doorstep
- Stazione Centrale within a few minutes' walk
- From the terminal you still need a taxi or city bus, 10-15 minutes
- The seafront is still a 15-20 minute walk away
Recommended hotels
- B&B Lary B&B with continental breakfast included, air conditioning and parking; beach a 20-minute walk away, station a 7-minute drive. View availability
- La dolce vita Renovated apartment in the centre of Pescara, a stone's throw from Piazza della Rinascita; reviews praise the cleanliness and the host's hospitality. View availability
Station
The Airlink shuttle links the terminal to Stazione Centrale in 25 minutes, one departure an hour only between 8-12 and 19-24; outside those hours, a taxi takes about 10 minutes.
Best for: Those arriving with the Airlink shuttle who want the platform or city bus close by.
- 500 metres from Stazione Centrale, handy for those using the Airlink shuttle
- Beach and centre reachable in a few minutes on foot
- The Airlink shuttle doesn't cover every time slot: outside those hours you need a taxi
- A transit area, less lively than the seafront in the evening
Seafront
From the terminal, a taxi takes about 10-15 minutes; the seafront is a few minutes' walk from both Stazione Centrale and the bus station.
Best for: Those after a beach on their doorstep and bars open late.
- Beach a few steps away, with lidos and evening bars
- Close to both the railway station and the bus station
- In summer the seafront gets very busy and noisy in the evening
- There's no direct link from the terminal, you need a taxi or city bus
Recommended hotels
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
A single recently expanded terminal, easy to navigate and very efficient.
From check-in to gate, walking generally takes just a few minutes, with security checks almost always minimal.
Served primarily by national carriers, with more limited service offerings.
Map of Abruzzo Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you get to central Pescara from the airport without your own car?
With bus line 38, which regularly connects the airport to the railway station and the city centre.
Q. Is Abruzzo Airport convenient for the Costa dei Trabocchi?
It's the closest reference airport, although to reach the coastal areas further south it's best to rent a car.
Q. Are there many flights from Abruzzo Airport?
The offering is smaller than at major Italian airports, with mainly domestic connections and some seasonal charters.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Pescara to visit Abruzzo?
Yes, it's often the most practical choice for reaching the Gran Sasso, the Majella and the inland villages, which are poorly served by public transport.
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