Officially, Bari Airport’s name is Bari Karol Wojtyłan Airport (BRI), and it’s positioned just 11 km from Bari city centre. It’s Italy’s tenth busiest airport, and serves almost 7 million passengers annually in recent years. Bari Airport has connections to dozens of domestic and European destinations, with airlines including Lufthansa, Iberia, Ryanair, and British Airways operating flights to and from this increasingly popular airport.
Bari Airport Services
Baggage Services
Some of the baggage services available at Bari Airport include baggage wrapping, lost and found, luggage trolleys, and storage lockers.
Bari Airport Lounge
WiFi
Special Assistance
Bari Airport Parking
Parking at Bari Airport is plentiful, and there are options for passengers looking for short, medium, and long-term stays. If you’re dropping off or picking up a traveller, you can choose between various parking areas close to the terminal as well.
P1
The smallest of Bari Airport’s car parks, the P1 parking area and consists of just 25 spaces and located directly outside the terminal building.
Parking here is free for the first 15 minutes and costs €3.80 per hour after this time has elapsed.
Best for pick-ups and drop-offs.
P1AB
P1AB is the larger of the two short-stay car parks and is less than a 2-minute walk from the terminal.
Free parking is available here for the first 15 minutes. After this point, prices are set at €2.80 an hour, and further fees are calculated based on the length of your stay.
Best for short stays, pick-ups, and drop-offs.
P2
P2 is slightly further from the terminal than the short-term car parks, but it’s still only a 3 to 4-minute walk.
Prices here start at €6.50 for the first six hours and increase to €17.50 per day.
Best for weekend trips or mid-length stays.
PM
This multi-storey car park is the largest parking area at Bari Airport. It’s less than four minutes on foot from the terminal.
The first six hours here will set you back €7.50, with daily fees sitting at €22.
Best for medium-term stays of less than a week.
P3
P3 is the biggest of the two long-term car parks and is around an 8 to 10-minute walk from Bari Airport.
At P3, prices start from €7.50 a day and are capped at €45 a week.
Best for extended stays for more than one week.
P3A
This small long-term car park is less than 10 minutes from Bari Airport on foot.
Parking at P3A is €7.50 a day or €45 per week.
Best for multi-week stays.
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
As you’ll see on the Bari Airport map, all inbound and outbound flights are handled by Bari Airport‘s one terminal. The terminal building is divided into two sections, with Arrivals on the ground floor and Departures on the first floor.
Despite its small size, Bari Airport has a selection of eateries, shops, and useful amenities on-site, including ATMs, car rental kiosks, and a currency exchange.
Terminal 1
Transportation options from and to Bari Airport
To Central Bari
By Train
The FM2 train line links Bari Airport with Bari city centre, with a travel time of around 17 minutes. However, you’ll also need to account for an additional 10 minutes to walk from the terminal to the platform.
The FM2 line departs approximately every 20 to 30 minutes, and there are usually additional services on weekends, which can reduce waiting times.
By Bus
You’ll have several options available to you if you wish to travel to or from Bari city centre by bus.
AMTAB buses are the most cost-efficient option and usually take between 40 and 60 minutes to complete the journey to or from Bari Airport.
Tempesta and Terravision are shuttle services that connect passengers to Bari city centre in around 30 minutes.
AMTAB buses usually depart from Bari Airport every 50 minutes, while Tempesta and Terravision have waiting times of up to 1 hour and 20 minutes, depending on the time of day.
By Taxi
Though the traffic conditions and your specific destinations will determine the length of your journey, taxis can typically take you to Bari city centre from Bari Airport within 25 minutes. Taxis are available outside the terminal 24/7.
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By Car
Several car rental companies operate stands at Bari Airport. Depending on your specific destination and traffic conditions, this drive will take you roughly 25 minutes.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Bari Airport
Train
The FM2 train line links Bari Airport to Bari Centrale train station. From here, you can easily connect to a host of destinations like Lecce and Foggia.
Bus
Taxis and Private Transfers
Bari Airport – Nearby Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Bari Airport is open every day of the week, 24 hours a day.
Heinemann Duty-Free opens daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
Select eateries open from 06:00, while others typically start service after 09:00. Most establishments close at 22:00.
Recommended Arrival Times
It’s advisable to arrive at Bari Airport at least 2 hours in advance of a flight for both domestic and international destinations.
Contact your airline for their specific guidelines.
Airport Codes
Bari Airport Code: BRI
ICAO: LIBD
Contact Information
General: +39 (080) 580 0200
Lost Property: +39 (080) 580 0224
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the airport in Bari?
Bari Airport lies 11 km west of Bari city centre. On average, the journey between the two takes around 25 minutes.