Naples International Airport

NAP / LIRN

IATA Code
NAP
ICAO Code
LIRN
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Naples International Airport (Capodichino, NAP) is a single-terminal airport serving the Naples metro area; it handled roughly 10-11 million passengers in a pre-pandemic year. The airport is a regional base for several low‑cost and scheduled carriers including easyJet, Ryanair and ITA Airways.

Naples International Airport
Elevation: 89 m
40.8860, 14.2908

Terminal Guide for Naples International Airport #

There is a single passenger terminal building (Capodichino) handling both domestic and international flights. Check‑in and arrivals are on the landside levels with airside departures beyond security; the terminal is compact compared with larger European hubs and most gates are a short walk from the central concourse. Facilities such as check‑in desks, security and baggage reclaim are concentrated in one building.

Getting to and From Naples International Airport #

Naples airport is about 6-8 km from the city centre; typical travel time is 15-30 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Shuttle bus (Alibus): Runs between the airport and Napoli Centrale train station/port area; journey ~15-20 minutes, fare about €5. Tickets sold at kiosks and on board.
  • Rail/Metro: There is no direct train or metro to the airport; transfer by Alibus to Napoli Centrale for regional and high‑speed trains or the metro.
  • Taxis: Taxi rank outside arrivals; journey to central Naples ~15-30 minutes, fares typically €20-€30 depending on time and traffic.
  • Ride‑share: Apps operate in Naples but pickups at the airport can be limited; use the official taxi rank if unsure.
  • Driving: Airport is on the A56 ring road, roughly 7-8 km to the historic centre; allow extra time at peak hours.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Naples International Airport #

The terminal offers a mix of sit‑down and fast‑casual dining both landside and airside, plus duty‑free shopping in international departures. There are airline and pay‑per‑use lounges airside. Free airport Wi‑Fi is available (may require registration). Charging points are provided in seating areas; accessible facilities and assistance are available on request. Car rental desks are in the arrivals hall.

Tips for Naples International Airport #

  • Take the Alibus shuttle to Napoli Centrale - it is cheap, frequent and avoids taxi surcharge areas.
  • If you need to get into the historic centre, traffic can be heavy; allow 30-45 minutes at peak times despite short distance.
  • Use the official taxi rank and insist the meter is used or agree a fare up front (unofficial drivers can overcharge).

Weather & Climate near Naples International Airport #

Climate

Naples International Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (976 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 4° - 13° 7° 100 mm partly cloudy 85% 2.5 m/s 0.2 low 9.5h
February Acceptable 4° - 13° 7° 84 mm partly cloudy 83% 2.8 m/s 0.4 low 10.5h
March Good 6° - 16° 11° 81 mm partly cloudy 81% 2.8 m/s 0.8 moderate 11.8h
April Good 8° - 18° 13° 89 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.7 m/s 1.2 high 13.1h
May Excellent 13° - 23° 18° 55 mm some cloud 71% 2.4 m/s 1.7 very high 14.3h
June Ideal 16° - 27° 22° 29 mm mostly sunny 63% 2.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 14.8h
July Ideal 19° - 30° 24° 24 mm clear 58% 2.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 14.6h
August Ideal 19° - 30° 25° 38 mm clear 58% 2.1 m/s 1.9 very high 13.6h
September Excellent 16° - 27° 21° 88 mm mostly sunny 67% 2.1 m/s 1.2 high 12.3h
October Good 12° - 22° 17° 126 mm some cloud 75% 2.2 m/s 0.7 moderate 11.0h
November Good 8° - 17° 12° 148 mm partly cloudy 83% 2.4 m/s 0.3 low 9.8h
December Acceptable 5° - 14° 8° 114 mm partly cloudy 85% 2.7 m/s 0.2 low 9.2h

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