Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport
Airport guide 2026

Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport QSR

Italy

The new gateway to the Amalfi Coast and Cilento, reopened to commercial flights in 2024.

Content verified on 03/09/2026
Official source: www.aeroportosalerno.it

How to get to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport

Reaching Salerno airport is straightforward thanks to enhanced shuttle services.

By Car

Located on the SS18, exit 'Pontecagnano South - Airport' of the A2 motorway.

By Train

No internal station; use Salerno Railway and continue with Airlink bus shuttle.

By Bus

The 'Salerno Airlink' service connects the Salerno railway station to the airport.
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Tips Book Salerno Airlink via the Trenitalia app to guarantee your seat and train connection. For the Amalfi Coast, many visitors prefer local buses or ferries to driving, given the narrow and often congested coastal road.

Average travel time to QSR

Train30-40 min (train + bus)
Shuttle bus30 minutes
Taxi / Private hire20-25 minutes

Parking near Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport

Official parking opposite Departures (less than a minute's walk), recently expanded and modernized.

Approximately: around 1€ for the first hour and 2€ for each subsequent hour (first 15 minutes free), with a maximum daily rate of about 12€; long-term weekly parking starts at about 40€. Salerno has among Italy's highest parking rates: booking online in advance significantly reduces the cost compared to paying directly on-site.

How to get to Salerno from QSR

Once you land, quick options to reach Salerno, the Amalfi Coast, or the Cilento archaeological areas.

By Train

Dedicated bus shuttle to Salerno Railway Station for national and high-speed connections.

By Bus

Salerno Airlink bus to Central Station; summer connections to Paestum.

By Taxi

Official taxis outside the Arrivals terminal with metered rates to Salerno center.

Airport transfers you can book in advance

Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.

Car rental at Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport

Car rental center a few meters from the terminal, reachable on foot from the Arrivals area.

However, verify opening hours for evening flights. Take a photo of the vehicle condition at pickup, especially useful if you plan to drive the Amalfi Coast.

License, passport and credit card are the basics; the IDP is added in most cases.

 

Hotels near Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport

Salerno-Costa d'Amalfi airport is in Pontecagnano, about 20 km south-east of the city: there's no direct train, but the Airlink bus reaches Salerno station in 30-40 minutes, while a taxi takes 25-30 minutes. Travellers arriving by bus prefer to stay near the station, a step away from the ferry terminal too; those who want the old town can reach the lanes, the Duomo and the shops on foot; those heading on to the Amalfi Coast choose the harbour, where hydrofoils leave for Amalfi and Positano.
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Station

The Airlink bus goes straight to Salerno station in 30-40 minutes from the terminal; by taxi it takes about 25-30 minutes.

Best for: Travellers arriving by the Airlink bus who want the station or the ferry terminal a step away.

Pros
  • The Airlink bus from the terminal comes straight here, with no other changes
  • Railway station and ferry terminal a step away
Cons
  • A transit area, less characterful than the lanes of the old town
  • Airlink bus departures are tied to flight times, worth checking
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City centre

Old town

The Airlink bus connects the terminal to Salerno station in 30-40 minutes; from there the old town is a few minutes' walk.

Best for: For those who want the lanes, the Duomo and the shops of Salerno's old town within easy reach.

Pros
  • Lanes, Duomo and shops of the old town on foot
  • Evening life concentrated in the very same streets
Cons
  • From the terminal you need the bus plus a few more minutes on foot, or a taxi
  • Some historic buildings have no lift
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Neighbourhood

Harbour and seafront

The same Airlink bus to the station, then a few minutes' walk along the sea to the harbour; by taxi from the terminal it takes about 25-30 minutes.

Best for: For those continuing to Amalfi or Positano by hydrofoil, or who want the seafront in the evening.

Pros
  • Hydrofoils for Amalfi and Positano a few steps away
  • A walk along the seafront, with the marina nearby
Cons
  • Same distance from the terminal as the old town, no shortcut
  • In winter the hydrofoils to the coast reduce their schedules
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Airport services

Essential services in a modern, bright, and typically Mediterranean setting.

Shopping & Duty Free

Shopping area with regional products like buffalo mozzarella and coastal lemons.

Lounges & relaxation

Relaxation areas with comfortable seating and charging stations in the boarding area. Access to these rest areas is generally free for all passengers, as they are not a paid lounge.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free WiFi is available throughout the terminal to stay connected. Connection requires no registration; simply select the network on your device. No mobile phone shop is present at the airport; for a local SIM, it's best to visit a TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, or Iliad shop in the city, found in every Italian town of medium size or larger.

Families & Children

Changing rooms and baby care facilities available near the restrooms.

Terminal guide

Single renovated passenger terminal: intuitive, fast and modern.

Given the compact and renovated structure, from check-in to gate you walk in a few minutes, with security queues generally minimal.

Served by a growing selection of national and European carriers in recent years.

Map of Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport

Map of Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. How do you get to Salerno from Costa d'Amalfi airport?

As there's no internal station, you need to reach Salerno Ferrovia and continue with the 'Salerno Airlink' shuttle bus.

Q. Is Salerno airport convenient for the Amalfi Coast?

Yes, it's closer to Amalfi and Positano than Naples, although renting a car or a private transfer is still recommended given the often congested coastal road.

Q. Are there many flights from Salerno airport?

The offering has grown in recent years but remains more limited than Naples, with select domestic and European connections.

Q. Is it worth renting a car in Salerno for the Amalfi Coast?

It's an option, but the coastal road is narrow and often congested in high season: many visitors prefer local buses or ferries to move between the coastal towns.

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Real-time status of arriving and departing flights

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