⏰ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic → International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
🏢 Terminal Information
Marina di Campo Airport (LIRJ), also known as Teseo Tesei Airport, serves Elba Island from the village of La Pila in Marina di Campo, operating as Italy's primary island gateway with a single asphalt runway 16/34 measuring 949 × 30 meters at just 8 meters elevation, managed by Alatoscana S.p.A. to handle the island's significant seasonal tourism influx. The small but functional terminal building features essential passenger amenities including a bar, car rental desks, ground transportation connections, and bus services to Marina di Campo and other island destinations, with nearby walking-distance access to markets, cafeterias, restaurants, and hotels supporting the tourism infrastructure.
Operational patterns reflect Elba's tourism seasonality, with 70-80% of annual movements concentrated between June and September, handling commercial and tourist traffic with aircraft up to 50 seats during summer months (April-October) and smaller commercial aircraft up to 16 seats during winter operations. The airport provides scheduled domestic connections to mainland Italy including Pisa, Florence, and Milan Linate, plus seasonal international services to Germany (Friedrichshafen, Mannheim) and Switzerland (Berne, Altenrhein), with average flight times of 50 minutes from Italy and 90 minutes from German/Swiss destinations.
As Elba's sole airport serving Napoleon's historic exile island, the facility represents a crucial transportation link connecting this Tuscan archipelago destination to mainland Europe, particularly during peak summer months when the island's population swells with international tourists seeking Mediterranean beaches, historic sites, and outdoor recreation. The airport's strategic role in supporting Elba's tourism economy demonstrates the importance of regional aviation in maintaining connectivity for Italy's numerous island communities throughout the Mediterranean basin.
🔄 Connection Tips
Allow ample time for connections and security checks.
⏰ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
35
minutes
Domestic → International
70
minutes
International → Domestic
70
minutes
International → International
85
minutes
Interline Connections
110
minutes
🏢 Terminal Information
Alghero–Fertilia Airport (AHO) serves northwest Sardinia from a single terminal that handles both Schengen and non‑Schengen traffic. Landside, the departures hall collects airline check‑in counters and self‑service kiosks; after security, passengers enter an airside concourse with gates for domestic/Schengen flights and a controlled area for non‑Schengen services. Arrivals feed to baggage claim and the public exit on the lower level.\n\nWalking distances are modest. From curb or parking to check‑in is typically 2–4 minutes. From security to the nearest gates takes around 3–5 minutes; to the farthest stands, 6–8 minutes. There are no inter‑terminal transfers or people‑movers. Signage is clear in Italian and English, and wayfinding distinguishes Schengen/non‑Schengen flows airside.\n\nSecurity screening is centralized at the entry to departures, with peak‑season waits usually 10–25 minutes; non‑Schengen departures complete exit passport control after security. For international arrivals from outside Schengen, passport control precedes baggage claim, with customs inspections on a selective basis at the exit. Families and passengers needing assistance can request priority or dedicated lanes when available.\n\nAmenities include cafes and bars serving Sardinian specialties, grab‑and‑go options, convenience retail, souvenir shops, car‑rental desks, ATMs, and prayer/quiet spaces. A small lounge may operate seasonally for eligible passengers. Free Wi‑Fi is available, though performance can vary during summer peaks. Transport links include the ARST bus to Alghero and Sassari, taxis at the forecourt, and rental‑car facilities adjacent to the terminal.\n\nAccessibility provisions include step‑free routes, lifts, and accessible restrooms; assistance for passengers with reduced mobility (PRM) can be booked in advance with the airport/airline. Family facilities include baby‑changing rooms and family restrooms near main restroom banks; soft‑play areas may be seasonal, so plan to bring children’s activities for peak‑season waits.
🔄 Connection Tips
Peak summer crowds; allow extra time for security and passport control.
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