Car Hire at Palermo Airport
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Travel Information
Airport travel guide
Palermo Airport, though serving the capital of the island, is the second-busiest airport on Sicily. It is a major gateway for tourist from all over, but particularly Brits. The airport serves as a great gateway to the northwestern part of the island and some of its most scenic attractions.
Tolls: There are some toll roads on Sicily. An example is the motorway between Palermo and Messina (the A20). Fortunately, it is possible to pay for tolls with cash. No electronic transponder is needed on Sicily.
Taking a hire car to the mainland: Most hire companies at Palermo Airport allow their cars to be taken between Sicily and mainland Italy. Usually, travellers make this a one-way trip (that is, not returning to Siciliy). There is an additional fee for this, though it is not large percentage-wise if hiring a car for a week or more. You can search for the location where you would like to drop off the car and the extra fee will be included in the total prices.
One-way rental between Sicily and Sardinia may not be available by the specific hire company you choose. And if they are, the fee is significantly higher than travelling to the mainland.
So don't wait! Plan your trip to Sicily, hire a car, and enjoy the sunny beaches! And here are some destinations in the northern part of the island to put on your list:
- Palermo Cathedral. There are many beautiful and historically important churches in Sicily, but the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of Virgin Mary might just take the main prize. Proof of the island’s eclectic past, it displays Norman, Arab, Gothic, Neoclassical, and other influences that come together in a truly impressive exterior and interior.
- No Mafia Memorial. Sicily’s name, especially in the foreign media, is inextricably linked with organized crime, but what gets mentioned less often is that some of the most powerful initiatives against it have also originated on the island – many of its landmarks bear the name of courageous anti-mafia activists, such as the Palermo Airport–Falcone Borsellino which is named after two local prosecutors, both of whom were unfortunately assassinated several decades ago. Another place to learn about this gruesome but important history is the No Mafia Memorial, a multimedia local museum that explains the origins of organized crime on the island, its impact on the local population, and the attempts to combat it that continue to the present day.
- Cefalù. Located about an hour’s drive west of Palermo, the coastal town of Cefalù has featured on a number of famous lists of must-visit places. Significantly more relaxed than the regional capital, it is primarily known for its beautiful coastline and distinct architecture but is also home to the beautiful Temple of Diana and the enigmatic Portrait of a Man, a 15th-century painting that has been likened to a male version of Mona Lisa.
- Trapani. Located near the island’s westernmost point, Trapani is another popular day trip from Palermo. Known for its lively atmosphere, the city is home to the imposing Trapani Basilica, a number of beautiful baroque buildings, nice beaches, and even the Salt Museum. Trapani is also known as a jumping-off point for visiting the Egadi Archipelago and the island of Pantelleria. The drive from Palermo takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Top international routes
- Rome
- Milan
- Lampedusa
- Naples
- Verona
- Bologna
- Paris
- Pisa
Main airlines
Terminals
Location
Most popular types of hire car
- Convertibles - starting at £7 per day
- Station wagons - starting at £10 per day
- Large cars - starting at £4 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £3 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £11 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £23 per day
- Small cars - starting at £1 per day
- SUVs - starting at £1 per day
Car hire desks
Smaller and low-cost brands have locations near the airport and provide either a free shuttle bus or have a representative meet you at the airport.
Services and facilities
Nearest petrol station
Popular one-way hires
- Catania (238 km / 148 miles)
- Trapani (84 km / 52 miles)
- Messina (253 km / 157 miles)
- Agrigento (157 km / 98 miles)
- Taormina (290 km / 180 miles)
- Noto (314 km / 195 miles)
Airport information
Palermo Airport (PMO)
- IATA: PMO
- ICAO: LICJ
- Name: Palermo Airport (PMO)
- Distance from the city centre: 21.7 miles / 35 km
Top 4 locations near Palermo Airport
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18.1 km / 11.2 miles
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60.5 km / 37.6 miles
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190.6 km / 118.4 miles
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223.4 km / 138.8 miles
Map of Car Hire Destinations
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Car hire information
Popular suppliers | GaldieriRent, ECH, RentSmart24, Felirent, Brid |
Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars |
Lowest price | £1 per day |
Cheapest supplier | U-Save |
Most popular car models of suppliers
Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
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GaldieriRent | Fiat 500X | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
Eurorentcar | Fiat Panda | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
GaldieriRent | Kia Picanto | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Felirent | Fiat Panda | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
ECH | Fiat Panda | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
GaldieriRent | Lancia Ypsilon | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Record-go | Fiat Panda | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Sicily By Car | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
Viaggiare | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
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