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Palermo Airport Transportation

Private airport transportation from Palermo Airport (PMO) in Sicily, Italy, to hotels across Palermo and on to Cefalù, Trapani, Agrigento and Sciacca.

  • Private, never shared
  • Priced per vehicle
  • Flight monitored
  • Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Pickup
PMO
Drop-off
Departure date
Return date
Passengers

Airport Transportation in Palermo

Pre-booked private transportation takes you directly from Falcone–Borsellino Airport to your hotel, resort or vacation rental.

After immigration, baggage claim and customs, continue outside the terminal to the meeting area named in your confirmation. Your vehicle is reserved only for the passengers on your reservation: unlike a shared shuttle, it makes no extra hotel stops for other travelers, and the price is per vehicle, not per person.

Airport transportation in Palermo takes you from Falcone–Borsellino Airport at Punta Raisi to hotels and apartments across Palermo, east along the coast to Cefalù, and west and south to Trapani, Agrigento and Sciacca.

Palermo Airport Transfers

Our Palermo airport transfers start in the ground-floor arrivals hall, where your driver waits with a name sign just past the exit from baggage reclaim and customs. We track your flight, so your driver follows your actual arrival time.

You get a fixed price per vehicle before you fly, in sizes from sedans to vans for families and groups. Every Palermo airport transfer goes door to door, to a hotel in the city center, an apartment in Cefalù or a villa near Trapani or Agrigento.

Palermo Airport Shuttle

Our Palermo airport shuttle is a private van for your party only: it leaves as soon as you are through customs and goes straight to your address, with no stops for other passengers and no change of bus or train. There is room for suitcases, so it suits families and groups heading across Sicily to Cefalù, Trapani or Agrigento.

Landing at Palermo Airport

Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO), also known as Punta Raisi, sits on the coast at Cinisi, west of Palermo on the island of Sicily. It is operated by GESAP. All flights use a single terminal, with the arrivals hall on the ground floor and a railway station on the level below.

If you arrive from outside the Schengen Area, you go through passport control before baggage reclaim; flights from other Schengen countries arrive without passport checks. After collecting your bags and passing customs, you exit into the ground-floor arrivals hall.

Palermo is on Central European Time (UTC+1) and moves to UTC+2 from late March to late October.

Entry requirements and local notes

Entry rules. Italy is in the Schengen Area. Non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since 10 April 2026; the planned ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation. Check visa rules for your nationality before you travel.

One airport, three names. Palermo's airport is officially Falcone–Borsellino Airport and is also called Punta Raisi, after the headland where it stands. Your ticket may show any of these names.

Decline ride offers inside the terminal. Take rides only from the official taxi rank at the arrivals exit or with a driver you arranged, and turn down people who approach you inside the terminal.

Terminal, immigration and customs details for Falcone–Borsellino Airport

How Palermo Airport pickup works

  1. 1

    Clear arrivals

    Immigration, baggage claim, then customs. Representatives can't enter those areas.

  2. 2

    Meet your representative

    At the meeting point in your confirmation. Check the company name before getting in.

  3. 3

    Go straight there

    No other stops, no other passengers.

At PMO

Meet in arrivals

Pre-booked drivers wait in the ground-floor arrivals hall, just past the exit from baggage reclaim and customs.

Don't accept a ride from someone claiming to know your booking.

Check the company name and reservation details before getting in.

Return trips and flight changes

One-way arrival

PMO Hotel

From the airport to your hotel, resort or rental.

One-way departure

Hotel PMO

From where you're staying back to Falcone–Borsellino Airport.

Round trip

PMO Hotel

Both journeys on one reservation. Give both flights, the return pickup address and the passengers for each. Staying at more than one hotel? Give the full itinerary.

Going back to the airport

Transportation can also be booked from your hotel, resort or vacation rental to Falcone–Borsellino Airport. Your pickup time covers the drive plus check-in, security and border procedures, and your airline's instructions come first. Give the correct departure time and terminal when you book.

2 h

before a domestic flight

3 h

before an international flight

If your flight changes

We monitor the arrival of the flight on your reservation, but can't find you on a different one. Tell customer service if any of these change:

  • Flight number
  • Arrival date
  • Airline
  • Missed connection
  • Cancelled flight
  • Arrival airport
  • You decide not to travel
  • Long delay after customs

What's included

Included

  • A private vehicle for your party
  • Transportation between the confirmed locations
  • Direct service, no shared hotel stops
  • Airport meeting instructions
  • Flight-arrival monitoring
  • A professional driver
  • An air-conditioned vehicle
  • Room for your party and standard luggage
  • Customer-service support

Confirmed separately

  • Child seats
  • Additional stops
  • Extra waiting time
  • Oversized luggage or equipment
  • Special requests

Luggage, child seats and special requests

Luggage

About one checked suitcase and one carry-on each; the right vehicle depends on the total volume. Tell us about golf clubs, surfboards, bikes, strollers or extra bags.

Child seats

Request them when booking, with the child's age and size. Availability and any fee are confirmed on your reservation.

Accessibility

Give the wheelchair's size, weight and whether it folds, so a suitable vehicle is assigned.

Pets

Ask for authorization before booking and tell us about the animal and its carrier.

Before you fly to Palermo

  • Schengen entry rules

    Non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since 10 April 2026; the planned ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation.

  • Official taxis only

    Take taxis only from the official rank at the arrivals exit, where a taxi information desk can help you.

  • Euro currency

    Italy uses the euro (EUR), so have some cash or a card ready for buses, trains and taxis.

  • Central European Time

    Palermo uses Central European Time (UTC+1) and moves to summer time (UTC+2) from late March to late October.

Groups and events

Traveling with a large group, planning a destination wedding, or organizing transportation for a corporate retreat or conference? We offer larger vehicles and multi-vehicle coordination for groups of any size, including multiple pickup points and scheduled transfers timed around your event. Contact us with your group size and itinerary and we'll put together transportation that keeps everyone moving together.

  • Destination weddings
  • Conferences
  • Corporate retreats
  • Sports teams
  • Multi-vehicle arrivals
Request group transport

Airport Transportation happy customers

Sarah L., an Airport Transportation customer
“Absolutely fantastic service! My driver was early, courteous, and the car was immaculate.”

Sarah L. · March 2026

James H., an Airport Transportation customer
“The ride was comfortable and quick. Quality service that's well worth it.”

James H. · February 2026

William C., an Airport Transportation customer
“I use airporttransportation.com whenever I travel. Consistently reliable, and their drivers are top-notch.”

William C. · February 2026

María G., an Airport Transportation customer
“Booking was simple and the price was clear. No surprises at the airport. Highly recommended.”

María G. · January 2026

Booking, changes and cancellations

24 h

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup, with a full refund. Later cancellations aren't refundable.

Changes

Contact us to change the flight, hotel or pickup time. Deadlines are in the reservation policies.

No-shows

Waiting time, no-shows and extra stops follow the reservation policies you accept at checkout.

Book your transfer online in a few minutes using the form above. If your plans change, contact us as soon as possible to modify your pickup details or cancel your reservation, response times and any applicable fees depend on how close to your pickup date the change is requested.

Read the reservation policies →

Palermo Airport Transportation FAQs

Where will my driver meet me at Palermo Airport?

In the ground-floor arrivals hall, just past the exit from baggage reclaim and customs, holding a sign with your name. All flights use the same terminal, so there is only one exit.

How far is Palermo Airport from the city center?

Falcone–Borsellino Airport is about 35 km west of central Palermo, reached along the A29 motorway. By road, journey times depend on traffic entering the city.

Is Punta Raisi the same as Palermo Airport?

Yes. Falcone–Borsellino Airport, Punta Raisi and Palermo Airport are all names for the same airport (PMO), on the coast at Cinisi west of Palermo.

Can you take me to hotels in Palermo?

Yes. We drive you door to door to hotels, apartments and offices anywhere in Palermo. Give us the full address when you book.

Can you take me from Palermo Airport to Cefalù?

Yes. A private transfer takes you from the terminal straight to your hotel or apartment in Cefalù, east along the coast from Palermo.

Can you take me to Trapani?

Yes. We drive from Palermo Airport to hotels and addresses in Trapani in western Sicily.

Can you take me to Agrigento or Sciacca?

Yes. We drive door to door to hotels and villas in Agrigento and Sciacca on Sicily's south coast, with no change of bus on the way.

Can you pick me up from a villa or vacation rental in Sicily?

Yes. Give the full address and any access instructions when you book. Country villas can be hard to find, so a map pin helps your driver.

What do I need to enter Italy at Palermo Airport?

Italy is in the Schengen Area, so standard Schengen entry rules apply, and flights from other Schengen countries arrive without passport checks. Non-EU travelers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since 10 April 2026; the planned ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation.

Should I accept rides offered inside the terminal?

No. Take rides only from the official taxi rank at the arrivals exit or with a driver you arranged, and turn down people who approach you inside the terminal.

Can I book a ride back to Palermo Airport?

Yes. Book a return from your hotel, apartment or villa in Palermo, Cefalù, Trapani or Agrigento. All flights use one terminal, so there is a single drop-off point.

What time zone is Palermo in?

Palermo is on Central European Time (UTC+1) and moves to summer time (UTC+2) from late March to late October.

Is Airport Transportation the same as Falcone–Borsellino Airport?

No. Airport Transportation is a private transfer service that takes travelers between the airport and their hotel or address; we are not the airport or its operator. For terminals, airlines and other airport information, see our Falcone–Borsellino Airport page.

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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