About Trieste Airport
Trieste Airport is a main airport for Trieste and is located in Friuli-Venezia Giulia.
The airport connects the wider region, with passengers from nearby Udine and Pordenone also relying on it for flights.
Choose from these top airlines at Trieste Airport for your next adventure:
Departing from Trieste and not sure where to head? Flights from Trieste Airport can take you direct to must-visit destinations like these:
Rome
Frankfurt
Bari
Tirana
Palermo
June, July, and September are the busiest months at Trieste Airport. June and July bring peak summer leisure travel to the Friuli Venezia Giulia coast, while September stays busy as visitors extend holidays into the early autumn before temperatures ease.
January, February, and December see the lightest arrival volumes at Trieste Airport. Post-holiday demand drops sharply in January and February, and while December has some festive travel, it generally trails the warmer months when the region draws the bulk of its visitors.
How to get from Trieste Airport to Trieste
Walk out of Trieste Airport arrivals and head to the city centre on the Trenitalia Regionale. The ride to a major stop like Trieste Centrale takes around 30 minutes.
Bus connections run between the airport and central Trieste. You can be at Trieste Autostazione in about 1 hour 5 minutes by taking the APT Gorizia Line 51.
Radio Taxi Trieste is a reliable taxi option for travelling around Trieste.
On average, it takes around 40 minutes to drive from Trieste Airport to Trieste by rideshare service or taxi, though traffic conditions may affect journey times.
Check the airport's official website for up-to-date transport options into the city.
How to get to Trieste Airport from Trieste
For your Trieste Airport departure, you can take the Trenitalia Regionale from the centre of Trieste. Get on at a main hub like Trieste Centrale and expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
You can reach the airport by bus from the city. Allow roughly 1 hours 5 minutes if you travel on the APT Gorizia Line 51 from a major stop like Trieste Autostazione.
Driving from the centre of Trieste to the airport takes about 35 minutes.
The most common way to get to Trieste Airport from the city is by bus, with regular services running from Trieste city centre. Taxis are also widely used and can be picked up from the city or booked in advance.
Trieste Airport facilities
Trieste Airport operates from one terminal.
Where to stay near Trieste Airport
Whether you have a late flight to Trieste Airport or an early departure, Nuovo Albergo Operai is there when you want to rest close by. It's just 5 kilometres away and features satellite TV, visual alarms, and heating.
Roughly 3 kilometres from the airport, Antica Locanda al Gelso is another option nearby. A lowered bathroom sink, a lift, and a banqueting service are among its amenities.
Europalace Hotel, BW Signature Collection also means less time spent getting to or from the airport. It's about 3 kilometres away and includes heating, bicycle rentals, a lift, and more.
Car rental options near Trieste Airport
If you're jetting into Trieste, pick up a car rental at Trieste Airport and discover the city on your terms.
Sicily by Car, Drivalia and Maggiore are among the most popular suppliers. You'll find vehicle types for different travel needs, from short city hops to longer road trips.