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Bolzano Airport

Also known as: Bozen Airport, Flughafen Bozen, BZO Airport, Bolzano Dolomiti Airport, Aeroporto di Bolzano.

BZO · LIPB · Bolzano

Airport facts

Name
Bolzano Airport
IATA code
BZO
ICAO code
LIPB
City
Bolzano
Country
Italy
Address
Via Francesco Baracca 1, 39100 Bolzano (BZ), Italy
Coordinates
46.4603, 11.3264
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Terminals
One passenger terminal for arrivals and departures

About Bolzano Airport

Bolzano Airport (BZO) is the airport of Bolzano, the capital of South Tyrol in northern Italy, and the closest airport to the Dolomites valleys of Val Gardena and Alta Badia. It is known in German as Flughafen Bozen, and both names appear on signs.

Scheduled flights are operated by SkyAlps, which has its base here and flies Dash 8-400 turboprops. Year-round routes link Bolzano with Berlin, Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Antwerp, and seasonal flights add London Gatwick, Copenhagen, Billund, Gothenburg, Warsaw and, from winter 2026/27, Paris and Prague, plus summer routes to Sardinia, Sicily, Puglia, the Balearics and the Greek islands.

Passengers use a single, compact terminal for check-in, arrivals and departures, with the parking area right in front of the building. The airport sits on the southern edge of the city, about 6 km from the center and about 3 km from the Bolzano Sud exit of the Brenner motorway (A22).

From the airport, travelers head into Bolzano, to Merano and its spa hotels, and up into the Dolomites: Val Gardena (Ortisei, Santa Cristina, Selva), the Alpe di Siusi, Alta Badia (Corvara, La Villa, San Cassiano) and the Kronplatz area.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

ABD Airport S.p.A.

Passengers per year

132,969 in 2025, up 25.3 percent on 2024

Aircraft movements

16,662 in 2025

Runway

One asphalt runway (01/19), 1,462 m long, extended in 2021

Main airline

SkyAlps (home base)

Arrival tips for Bolzano Airport

Bolzano Airport has one small terminal, so the walk from the aircraft to the exit is short. Flights from other Schengen countries, such as Germany, Denmark, Belgium or Poland, arrive without passport control. If you fly in from London Gatwick or another airport outside the Schengen area, you go through passport control first; travelers from outside the EU are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System on their first crossing.

Collect your bags in the baggage claim area and walk through customs into the arrivals area. There are no taxis waiting on standby at the terminal, so call Radio Taxi Bolzano on +39 0471 981111 or arrange your ride before you land; many South Tyrol hotels and several tourist offices run their own airport shuttles. The car rental desks of Autosystem and Europcar keep office hours, so check them if you land in the evening or on a Sunday.

Bolzano is on Central European Time (UTC+1), and on summer time (UTC+2) from late March to late October. Signs are in Italian and German.

Ground transportation

With no taxis on standby at the terminal, most travelers book a transfer, a hotel shuttle or a taxi before they land.

  • Private transfer

    Pre-booked drivers meet you in the arrivals area and go straight to your hotel in Bolzano, Merano or the Dolomites valleys. It suits ski luggage, families and late arrivals.

  • Taxi from Bolzano airport

    Taxis do not wait on standby, so call Radio Taxi Bolzano on +39 0471 981111 or book online and expect a short wait. The ride from Bolzano train station takes about 15 minutes.

  • Hotel and tourist office shuttles

    Many South Tyrol hotels run their own airport shuttles, and tourist offices in Merano, Val Gardena and other areas, plus the Kronplatz transfer service, run shuttles timed to flights. Check with your hotel or the local tourist office before you travel.

  • City bus

    SASA line 111 stops a few meters from the terminal entrance, and lines 10A, 10B and 110 stop on Via Loris Musy, about 500 m away. Buses are a low-cost option but less convenient with ski bags.

  • Train via Bolzano Sud - Fiera

    Bolzano Sud - Fiera station is a few minutes by train from Bolzano's main station, then a short taxi ride from the airport. It works for light travelers heading along the rail lines toward Merano or the Brenner.

  • Rental car

    Autosystem and Europcar have desks at the airport. From the terminal it is about 3 km to the Bolzano Sud entrance of the A22 Brenner motorway.

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Terminals

Passenger Terminal

The single terminal handles all scheduled and charter passenger flights, arrivals and departures, including every SkyAlps flight.

Airlines and destinations

SkyAlps is the only scheduled airline at Bolzano Airport. Many routes are seasonal, so check the current summer or winter schedule.

SkyAlps Passenger Terminal

Antwerp, Berlin, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Hannover, Dresden, Kassel, London (Gatwick), Paris (Charles de Gaulle), Prague, Copenhagen, Billund, Gothenburg, Warsaw, Olbia, and more

Airline guide

Facilities

  • Bistro

    Carrettai Fly, the airport bistro in the terminal, opens 07:00 to 20:00 Monday to Saturday and 07:00 to 18:00 on Sunday.

  • Vending machines

    Drinks and snacks are available from vending machines in the terminal when the bistro is closed.

  • Wi-Fi

    Free Wi-Fi is offered at the Carrettai Fly bistro.

  • Baby care

    Every restroom in the terminal has baby changing facilities.

  • Car rental

    Autosystem and Europcar have rental desks at the airport, with weekday office hours and shorter hours on Saturday.

  • Lost baggage and lost property

    The airport handles lost baggage claims and items left in the terminal; contact +39 0471 255 255 or ticket@bolzanoairport.it.

  • Meeting rooms

    Meeting rooms on the first floor of the terminal can be booked by email at info@bolzanoairport.it.

Airport lounges

  • Meeting & Business Lounge

    Meeting rooms and a business lounge on the first floor of the terminal, used for groups and meetings and booked in advance through info@bolzanoairport.it. Free Wi-Fi is included.

Accessibility and passenger assistance

  • Requesting assistance

    Ask your airline or travel agent for assistance at least 48 hours before departure, preferably earlier. At the airport, use the bell at the terminal entrance or call +39 0471 255 255. Assistance is free when booked.

  • Reduced mobility

    Staff help at check-in, on the apron and on the aircraft. The airport has wheelchairs, an ambulift for boarding and leaving the aircraft, accessible restrooms and 11 reserved parking spaces opposite the entrance.

  • Hearing and visual support

    Give your airline the DEAF, BLIND or DEAF/BLIND code when you book. Tactile guide strips lead visually impaired passengers to the terminal, check-in, restrooms and security.

  • Service animals

    Tell your airline when you book if an assistance dog is traveling with you, so it can prepare.

  • Check-in timing

    Passengers who need assistance should be at the check-in counter at least one hour before departure and tell staff what help they need.

Parking

Parking at Bolzano Airport has been paid since 3 June 2025; current tariffs are posted on the airport's website.

P2 South

The airport parking area, with 496 spaces right in front of the terminal building, a short walk to check-in. It is not under surveillance.

Reduced mobility parking

Eleven reserved spaces sit directly opposite the terminal entrance for passengers with reduced mobility.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Bolzano Airport from Bolzano city center?

Bolzano Airport is about 6 km from the center of Bolzano, on the southern edge of the city. By car you follow the signs for Aeroporto from the center, or leave the A22 Brenner motorway at Bolzano Sud and drive about 3 km. A taxi from Bolzano train station to the airport takes about 15 minutes.

Which airlines fly to Bolzano Airport?

SkyAlps is the only airline with scheduled flights at Bolzano Airport, which is its home base. It flies Dash 8-400 turboprops year-round to Berlin, Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Antwerp, and seasonally to cities such as London Gatwick, Copenhagen, Warsaw, Paris and Prague, plus summer routes to Sardinia, Sicily, the Balearics and Greece. Charter flights also use the airport.

Where can I fly from Bolzano in winter 2026/27?

For winter 2026/27, SkyAlps flies from Bolzano to Berlin, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Hannover, Dresden, Antwerp, London Gatwick, Copenhagen, Billund, Gothenburg and Warsaw. New routes to Paris Charles de Gaulle (from 10 December, Thursdays and Sundays) and Prague (9 December 2026 to 28 March 2027, Wednesdays and Sundays) are aimed at skiers heading to the Dolomites.

How many terminals does Bolzano Airport have?

Bolzano Airport has one small passenger terminal used for both arrivals and departures. Check-in, security, baggage claim, the bistro and the car rental desks are all in the same building, and the parking area is right in front of it. Because the terminal is compact, the walk from the aircraft to the exit is short.

Is Bolzano Airport the same as Flughafen Bozen?

Yes. Bolzano and Bozen are the Italian and German names of the same city, and South Tyrol uses both officially. The airport is called Aeroporto di Bolzano in Italian and Flughafen Bozen in German, with the code BZO. Signs, timetables and hotel addresses in the region often show both names side by side.

Are there taxis at Bolzano Airport?

Taxis serve Bolzano Airport, but none wait on standby at the terminal, so expect a short wait. Call Radio Taxi Bolzano on +39 0471 981111 or book through its website, ideally before you land. Many travelers instead use a pre-booked transfer or a hotel shuttle, especially when heading to the Dolomites valleys.

Is there a bus from Bolzano Airport to the city?

Yes. SASA city bus line 111 stops a few meters from the terminal entrance, and lines 10A, 10B and 110 stop on Via Loris Musy, about 500 m from the airport. Timetables are on the Südtirol Mobil website. Buses are inexpensive but less practical with skis or several suitcases.

How do I get from Bolzano Airport to Val Gardena?

Val Gardena is about 40 km from Bolzano, and the drive up the valley takes roughly 35 minutes from the city, according to the Val Gardena tourist board. Options are a pre-booked transfer, the Val Gardena tourist office shuttle timed to SkyAlps flights, a hotel shuttle or a taxi called in advance.

How do I get from Bolzano Airport to Alta Badia?

Alta Badia, with Corvara, La Villa and San Cassiano, is a longer drive into the Dolomites than Val Gardena. The Alta Badia airport shuttle runs from Thursday to Sunday and is booked online, and the local taxi consortium and pre-booked private transfers also serve the trip. Allow extra time in winter, when snow can slow mountain roads.

Can I rent a car at Bolzano Airport?

Yes. Autosystem and Europcar have rental desks at Bolzano Airport. Both keep office hours on weekdays with shorter hours on Saturday, and Sunday service is limited or on request, so book ahead and check the hours if you land in the evening or at the weekend. The A22 motorway entrance is about 3 km away.

Is there parking at Bolzano Airport?

Yes. The P2 South parking area has 496 spaces right in front of the terminal and has been paid since 3 June 2025; the current tariffs are on the airport's website. Eleven spaces opposite the entrance are reserved for passengers with reduced mobility. The parking area is not under surveillance.

How do I request wheelchair assistance at Bolzano Airport?

Request assistance through your airline or travel agent at least 48 hours before you fly, preferably earlier. The service is free when booked. Staff help at check-in, on the apron and on board, and the airport has wheelchairs and an ambulift. On the day, ring the bell at the terminal entrance or call +39 0471 255 255.

How busy is Bolzano Airport?

Bolzano Airport handled 132,969 passengers in 2025, up 25.3 percent on 2024, with 16,662 aircraft movements, according to Italy's civil aviation authority. It has one runway, 1,462 m long, which was extended in 2021, and is operated by ABD Airport. SkyAlps flies most of its scheduled traffic.

What time zone is Bolzano in?

Bolzano is on Central European Time, UTC+1, and switches to Central European Summer Time, UTC+2, from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October. Italy uses the euro. South Tyrol is officially bilingual in Italian and German, and Ladin is spoken in Val Gardena and Alta Badia.

Why book with Airport Transportation?

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Is the transportation private or shared?

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Are prices per person or per vehicle?

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

How many people can a van carry?

Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.

How do I find you at the airport?

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

What kind of vehicles do you use?

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Do you have insurance?

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Do you provide baby seats?

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

How far in advance should I book?

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

What payment methods are accepted?

PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.

Do vehicles have air conditioning?

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

What if my flight is delayed?

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Can I make stops during my ride?

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

Do children pay differently than adults?

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Is my reservation refundable?

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Do drivers speak English?

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Are tips mandatory?

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

What currencies are accepted?

All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.

Are pets allowed?

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Is there room for luggage?

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

What is included in the price?

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.

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