Reggio Calabria Airport
IATA Code: REG
ICAO Code: LICR
Passengers: ~ 400.000
Reggio di Calabria Tito Minniti Airport is also known under the name Aeroporto dello Stretto or Airport of the Strait. It is an airport serving primarily the provinces of Reggio and Messina. The airport offers flight to several other Italian cities and is indirectly connected to other countries as well. It handles around 300 000 passengers, but the average number is around 500 000 for the last two decades. Reggio Calabria Airport is located about 5 km from Reggio city centre. If travelling to Reggio, the following guide will present you with all the necessary information about REG Airport.
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How to get from Reggio Calabria Airport to Reggio
Being only 5 km from the city, REG Airport is easily reachable by both public transport and private options. Here are all the possible ways to get from the airport to Reggio.
Bus
There are several bus lines operated by ATAM that take you from the airport to Reggio.
Bus line No. 27 takes you from the airport to Agraria, San Brunello and Terminal Libertà. During the weekdays, buses arrive at/depart from Agraria, during the holidays, buses arrive at/depart from San Brunello.
- The first bus departure is at 07:45 am from Agraria and 07:50 am from San Brunello.
- The last bus departure is at 07:45 pm from Agraria and 08:40 pm from San Brunello.
- There is only one daily departure from Terminal Libertà at 09:15 pm.
Bus line No. 28 takes you from the airport to Salita Zerbi. Buses depart from 07:15 am to 06:15 pm on the weekdays and from 07:20 am to 07:20 during the holidays.
There is a direct bus line PA connecting REG Airport and Reggio Calabria Port. There are 4 daily departures to the airport and 2 daily departures from the airport.
The price of a regular one-way ticket for the Urban Zone is about €1.50 and the daily ticket costs about €4.50.
From REG Airport to other destinations
If travelling somewhere outside Reggio, there are several bus and boat companies providing transport to multiple locations around.
- Blu Jet to Villa San Giovanni, Messina Porto
- Bluferries to Messina
- Caronte & Tourist to Messina
- Autolinee Federico to Fascia Ionica
- Chiambus to Villa San Giovanni, Messina Porto
Train
Getting from Reggio Calabria Airport to Reggio is also possible by train. There are regional trains connecting the airport with Reggio Calabria Centrale or Melito di Porto Salvo. The journey takes about 5-10 minutes. There are around 20 departures daily starting from 07:00 am to 9:30 pm.
Taxi
If you don’t like using public transport or carry a lot of luggage, there is an option of taking a taxi. However, this is a less recommended option as it can be very pricy. We suggest you always ask the driver about the price before the ride. Have in mind that the regular fare from the airport to Reggio starts from around €12.
Transfer
Another way of travelling from Reggio Calabria Airport is by a private, door-to-door transfer. The professional driver waits for you at the airport and takes you to the doorstep of your accommodation or anywhere else in the city.
Car hire at Reggio Calabria Airport
Those who prefer travelling and exploring the area on their own can consider car hire at the airport. You will find several car rental agencies and their stalls located in the Arrivals hall. For a hassle-free experience, rent a car online in advance.
Rent a bus at Reggio Calabria Airport
If you are travelling in a large group and wish to explore the region, you should consider renting a bus before your arrival. Contact a bus rental agency at least a couple of weeks in advance to arrange all the details like meeting and pick-up points at the airport.
Reggio Calabria Airport airlines
REG is a small airport with only several flights. Therefore, Alitalia is the only current airline operating the airport. It provides connections to Rome Fiumicino Airport and Milan Linate Airport. There are also seasonal flights to Turin Airport provided by a low-cost carrier Blue Air.
However, it is possible that the airport is affected by COVID-19 which resulted in a reduced schedule at the moment.
REG Airport is more used for national flights and business travels, most passengers decide to fly from Lamezia Terme International Airport.
Reggio Calabria Airport facilities
REG Airport is not big, but the airport counts a good number of facilities and amenities for the passengers. If waiting for a flight or in a layover, these services provided by the airport might be useful:
- Parking lot
- Car rental
- Shops
- Bars
- First aid
- Wi-Fi
Accommodation
Reggio Calabria Airport FAQs
It is hardly possible you will arrive later than the last evening buses and trains mentioned above, but in case it happens, there are taxis and transfers at your disposal 24/7.
Yes, it is quite possible since the distance between the airport and the city is only 5 km. With relatively frequent bus and train departures, you will be in the city in no time.
Yes, you will find ATMs where you can withdraw your money.
Yes, the airport provides a free WiFi service.
Unfortunately, a luggage storage service is not available at the airport.
Yes, you can check out the mentioned connections above. You can also search all your desired routes directly on GetByBus.
The working hours of the airport are from 06:00 am to 00:00 am.
How do I get from Gioiosa Ionica, RC to Tito Menniti airport. How far is it from Sabbia D,oro Hotel where I am leaving from in Gioiosa Ionica
Hi Anna,
here you can see the timetable for a bus that goes via Marina di Gioiosa Ionica and takes you to the airport.
Best,
GBB Team