Falcone Borsellino Airport is the largest Italian airport on the island of Sicily. It is located approximately 35 kilometres from the city center of Palermo. The airport has been operating since 1985. Initially, it was supposed to be a military airport, although in later years it was transformed into a civilian airport and it has served this function ever since.
Originally it was named Punta Raisi, but it was renamed Falcone Borsellino Airport in the 1990s to commemorate two Italian antimafia judges, Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, who were murdered by the mafia in 1992. Over 30 regular and low-cost airlines operate domestic and international routes from the airport.
The airport handles over 4.9 million passengers per annum.
There are hotels in the vicinity of the airport.
Aeroporto di Palermo Punta Raisi
90045 Punta Raisi, Cinisi, Palermo
Bus
The Prestia e Comande bus operates on the route from Palermo to the airport. The first bus departs at 4:00 am, and from 5:00 it runs every 30 minutes until 11:00 pm. The ticket costs about EUR 6. From Trapani the airport can be reached by the Regesta bus. It runs from the city from 9:00 to 2:00 pm or 4:30 pm, while from the airport from 12:30 to 6:00 pm or 10:30 pm. The approximate cost of the journey is EUR 7.50.
Train
Trinacria-Express train service connects Palermo directly to the airport. The approximate cost of the journey is EUR 5.50.
Taxi
The taxi rank is before the arrivals hall. A journey to the centre of Palermo takes about 45 minutes and costs about EUR 35 with a taximeter on, but sometimes you need to negotiate.
Car
The airport is located 35 kilometres from Palermo city center. Arriving by car from Palermo, we should take the A29 towards Trapani, then to the exit "Puntaraisi-Aeroporto Falcone e Borsellino".
Coordinates for GPS car navigation systems:
There are 1310 parking spots available at the airport, 550 of which are covered. The car park is located near the terminal.
Parking charges:
The first 15 minutes are available free of charge.
up to 1 hour EUR 3
up to 2 hours EUR 5
up to 3 hours EUR 7
up to 12 hours EUR 9
up to 18 hours EUR 12
up to 24 hours EUR 15
Parking fee can be paid at the exit, which is the quickest way to do it, but only credit cards are accepted. In the arrivals hall and within the car park there are also payment machines and you can pay with cash or credit card.
Information – information desk is located on the first floor of the terminal building, next to the Gesap ticket office.
Eating – there are bars and restaurants available on site.
Shopping – there are several shops at the airport, including a duty-free shop and a pharmacy.
Money – a bank as well as several ATMs are located inside the airport.
Car hire – there are a number of car rental companies, such as Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Maggiore, Holiday, Locauto/Enterprise, Siciliby Car, Sixt, Noleggiare, Sicily, Italy and Goldcar.
Baggage - there is a possibility to protect baggage against damage with a wrap.
Health - an airport first aid facility is open 24/7.
Internet – free Internet access is available within the airport.
Aeroporto di Palermo Punta Raisi
90045 Punta Raisi, Cinisi, Palermo
90045 Punta Raisi, Cinisi, Palermo
Telephone
+39 0917020124
+39 0917020273
Telephone
+39 0917020124
+39 0917020273