Flying from Bari Airport (BRI) to Palermo Airport (PMO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Bari Airport to Palermo Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Palermo's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Bari.
Flights from BRI to PMO start from 05:50 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 23:20 with Ryanair. In total, there are four weekly Bari Airport to Palermo Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BRI to PMO flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Bari Airport to Palermo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Palermo — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
With a dependable 85.25% of services arriving as planned, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating BRI to PMO flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bari Airport to Palermo Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BRI and PMO:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Milan Linate Airport
Bologna International Airport
Handy information about Bari Airport (BRI)
Bari Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart BRI reach their destination on time.
Central Bari to Bari Airport is approximately 11 kms (7 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near BRI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bari Airport to Palermo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Palermo Airport (PMO)
Reserve a hotel near PMO if you're catching a late Bari Airport to Palermo Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Palermo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ECH, U-Save or Felirent and experience more of Palermo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Palermo Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Palermo Airport (PMO)
The quietest month for a flight from Bari Airport to Palermo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Palermo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Bari Airport to Palermo Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Palermo, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRI to PMO in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Palermo, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Journey about 434 kms (270 miles) north to Rome to check off its leading attractions. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Naples is another essential stop in Italy and is around 322 kms (200 miles) north of Palermo. No journey is complete without a visit to Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.