Pantelleria Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
PNL
ICAO Code
LICG
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Pantelleria Airport is a small island airport serving Pantelleria (Italy). It has a single runway and a compact passenger terminal handling primarily seasonal and domestic flights; annual traffic is low compared with mainland airports.

Pantelleria Airport
Elevation: 191 m
36.8165, 11.9689

Terminal Guide for Pantelleria Airport #

The airport has one small passenger terminal with basic check-in, arrivals and a small departures area. Facilities are concentrated landside/airside within a single building; there are no multiple terminals or extensive concourse networks.

Getting to and From Pantelleria Airport #

Transfers to Pantelleria town are short and mostly by road; the airport serves as the island’s main air link. Travel times to the main settlement are typically under 20 minutes by car or taxi.

  • Taxi / private transfer: Taxi service and private transfers meet flights; fares are modest but often paid in cash. Expect a short ride to the main town.
  • Car rental: Small local rental desks operate at the airport; reserve in advance in high season.
  • Bus / shuttle: Limited or seasonal public transport may serve the island; check local timetables ahead of travel.
  • Ferry alternative: Ferries connect Pantelleria with Sicily and nearby ports on scheduled days - they are slower but useful if flights are unavailable.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Pantelleria Airport #

The airport offers basic, small-airport facilities suited to short-haul and seasonal traffic.

  • Lounges: No dedicated airline lounges; seating is basic in departures.
  • Food & drink: A small café or kiosk is usually available landside/airside; selection is limited outside peak season.
  • Wi‑Fi: Public Wi‑Fi may be available but can be limited; do not rely on fast connections.
  • Charging: A few outlets/USB points may be available in the departures area; bring a travel adapter.
  • Luggage storage: No formal left‑luggage facilities - check locally with the airport office or nearby hotels.
  • Showers / sleep facilities: None reported at the terminal; overnight passengers should plan to use local accommodation.
  • Accessibility: Basic step-free access within the small terminal; assistance can generally be arranged with advance notice to your carrier.

Hotels and Layovers at Pantelleria Airport #

Accommodation on Pantelleria is island-style: small guesthouses and a few mid-size hotels close to the main town. There are no large airport hotels; most visitors stay in or near Pantelleria town (Poggioreale/Pantelleria centro) or in coastal hamlets.

  • For chain-level booking use general Italy hotel sites (e.g. accor.com or marriott.com) to search availability on the island.

Tip for long layovers: there are no official transit hotels at the airport; plan to spend layovers in town accommodation or bring provisions if you expect waiting time.

Tips for Pantelleria Airport #

  • Check schedules in advance - services are highly seasonal and can change outside summer; confirm your flight and return options before travel.
  • Carry cash for taxis and small purchases; card acceptance can be limited on the island.
  • If you have a late arrival, arrange transport in advance with your accommodation - taxis can be scarce at night.
  • When ferry alternatives exist, compare time and cost; ferries are less frequent than flights and subject to weather.

Weather & Climate near Pantelleria Airport #

Climate

Pantelleria Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 10°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 41 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
10° 14°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
10° 14°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 15°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 18°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 22°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 28°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
14.2h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
21° 26°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
18° 23°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
14° 18°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
11° 15°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight