Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI)
Bari, IT 🇮🇹 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
LIBD
IATA
BRI
Elevation
193 ft
Region
IT-75
Local Time
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GPS Code: LIBD
Local Code: BA02
Location: 41.138901° N, 16.760599° E
Continent: Europe
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: Bari "Karol Wojtyla" International Airport Palese Macchie Airport Palese Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) generally receives mixed reviews from travelers, often praised for its cleanliness and efficient layout but frequently criticized for staff demeanor and certain facility shortcomings. Overall traveler sentiment suggests a functional airport that excels in connectivity but could improve in passenger experience, particularly during peak travel times.
What Travelers Love
- Cleanliness and Organization: The airport is consistently described as clean and well-organized, particularly the arrivals area, making navigation straightforward.
- Efficient Transportation Connections: Travelers appreciate the convenient train service to Bari Centrale (15-20 minutes) and readily available bus services. Car rental is also easy and offers quick access to Bari and nearby beaches.
- Compact and Easy to Navigate: As a single-terminal airport, BRI is often praised for its compact size and short walking distances to gates, making transfers and general movement efficient.
- Renovated and Modern Appearance: The airport has undergone renovations, contributing to a more modern and aesthetically pleasing environment in several areas.
- Generally Efficient Security: Many travelers report fast security checks, especially outside of peak hours, with some noting they did not need to remove items from their bags.
Common Complaints
- Rude or Unhelpful Staff: A frequent and significant complaint is about rude, unhelpful, or contemptuous staff, including security officers and check-in personnel, particularly when assistance is requested.
- Inadequate Restroom Facilities: A recurring issue highlighted by travelers is the poor condition of restrooms, often lacking toilet seats, toilet paper, or having broken locks and cleanliness issues.
- Crowdedness and Limited Seating: During busy periods, the airport can become very crowded, leading to long queues for check-in and boarding, and insufficient comfortable seating in waiting areas.
- Security Wait Times (Peak Season): While generally efficient, security wait times can be prolonged (up to 30 minutes or more) during peak summer months like July and August.
- Limited Food Options Airside: Some reviews indicate that food choices can be limited after passing through security and in the airside areas.
Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport serves as a practical gateway to Puglia, offering good connectivity and a generally well-maintained, navigable terminal. However, travelers should be prepared for potential frustrations with staff interactions, expect basic restroom facilities, and anticipate crowds and longer security lines if traveling during peak times.
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Airport Routes
Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) offers 170 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Ryanair, Waltzing Matilda Aviation, ITA Airways and others. Popular destinations from Bari include Leonardo da Vinci Int'l (Fiumicino Int'l), Vienna Int'l (Schwechat), Linate, Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and Malpensa Int'l.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Leonardo da Vinci Int'l (Fiumicino Int'l) (FCO) 6
- Vienna Int'l (Schwechat) (VIE) 5
- Linate (LIN) 5
- Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) 4
- Malpensa Int'l (MXP) 4
- Palermo Int'l (Punta Raisi Falcone-Borsellino) (PMO) 4
- Krakow Int'l (KRK) 3
- Weeze (NRN) 3
- Poznań-Ławica (POZ) 3
- Cagliari-Elmas (CAG) 3
- Sofia Airport (SOF) 3
- Rinas Mother Teresa (TIA) 3
Newly Discovered
- Genoa Cristoforo Colombo (Sestri) (GOA) new
- Bucharest Henri Coandă Int'l (OTP) new
- Berlin-Brandenburg (BER) new
- Linate (LIN) new
- Orio al Serio Int'l (BGY) new
- Malta Int'l (Luqa) (MLA) new
- Leonardo da Vinci Int'l (Fiumicino Int'l) (FCO) new
- Nuremberg (NUE) new
- Václav Havel Airport (PRG) new
- Sofia Airport (SOF) new
- Friuli Venezia Giulia (Trieste Ronchi dei Legionari) (TRS) new
- Marco Polo Int'l (Marco Polo Venice) (VCE) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Bari Karol Wojtyła International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ryanair
RYR
/ FR
|
53 | 936 | 53 | Feb 1, 2026 |
|
Waltzing Matilda Aviation
WZM
/ MW
|
29 | 314 | 29 | Jan 2, 2026 |
ITA Airways
ITY
/ AZ
|
2 | 296 | 2 | Feb 1, 2026 |
Buzz
RYS
/ RR
|
12 | 193 | 12 | Feb 1, 2026 |
Wizz Air Malta
WMT
/ W4
|
6 | 149 | 6 | Feb 1, 2026 |
Alitalia
AZA
/ AZ
|
2 | 137 | 2 | Nov 11, 2025 |
Wizz Air
WZZ
/ W6
|
6 | 126 | 6 | Jan 31, 2026 |
easyJet
EZY
/ U2
|
8 | 73 | 8 | Jan 26, 2026 |
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Air Dolomiti
DLA
/ EN
|
1 | 64 | 1 | Jan 28, 2026 |
Volotea
VOE
/ V7
|
10 | 41 | 10 | Dec 28, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07/25 |
9843 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
12/30 |
512 ft | 164 ft | ASP | Closed |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.5 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Official taxi services are available at a designated rank directly outside the arrivals hall. The main providers are Nuova Co.Ta.Ba. and Apulia Taxi. The journey to Bari city center typically takes 25-30 minutes. Fares are metered, but fixed rates are also available for popular destinations like the central station and the port.
Rental Cars
Car rental desks for major international and local companies (including Sixt, Hertz, Avis, Europcar, and Maggiore) are located inside the arrivals terminal. Pre-booking is highly recommended, especially during peak season. The car pickup and drop-off areas are situated in a dedicated parking lot a short walk from the terminal.
Public Transportation
The airport offers excellent public transit links. A direct train service (Ferrotramviaria) connects the airport to Bari Centrale (central station) in approximately 15-20 minutes. For a more budget-friendly option, the AMTAB city bus (Line 16) travels to the city center in about 45-60 minutes. A direct shuttle bus (Tempesta Autoservizi) also runs to the central station, with a travel time of about 25-30 minutes.
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