Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO)
Palermo, IT 🇮🇹 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
LICJ
IATA
PMO
Elevation
65 ft
Region
IT-82
Local Time
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GPS Code: LICJ
Local Code: PA03
Location: 38.175999° N, 13.091° E
Continent: Europe
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: Palermo Airport Punta Raisi Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) in Palermo, Italy, receives mixed reviews from travelers, with an average rating around 7.2/10 or 3.6/5. While some travelers appreciate its efficiency and ease of navigation, common complaints frequently highlight issues with check-in processes and terminal comfort.
What Travelers Love
- Easy to Navigate: The airport's relatively small size and simple layout make it easy for travelers to find their way around.
- Good Transportation Connections: PMO offers excellent public transport options, including frequent and affordable bus services (Prestia e Comande Bus) and a convenient train connection (Trinacria Express) directly from a station underneath the terminal to Palermo city center.
- Helpful Staff: Some travelers have noted that staff at help desks are very helpful and speak English.
- Scenic Views: The airport offers a beautiful panorama of the sea.
Common Complaints
- Inefficient Check-in: A frequent and significant complaint revolves around chaotic and slow check-in processes, particularly for low-cost airlines, leading to very long queues and significant delays.
- Uncomfortable Seating: Many reviewers report uncomfortable plastic seating, often with armrests, making it difficult to rest or sleep during layovers.
- Inconsistent Cleanliness and Facilities: Cleanliness, especially in washrooms, is cited as inconsistent, and some general terminal facilities and services are only moderately valued. The airport is described as having limited and expensive food and beverage choices, primarily Italian cuisine.
- Security and Immigration Efficiency: While certified as a 3-Star Regional Airport for security/immigration, travelers often find security and immigration efficiency to be a weakness, with some reporting chaotic checks. Strict enforcement of liquid rules (over 100ml) is also noted.
- Temperature Control: Some travelers have experienced the terminal being incredibly hot with a lack of adequate air conditioning.
Overall, Falcone–Borsellino Airport serves as a functional gateway to Sicily with strong public transport links. However, travelers should be prepared for potential frustrations with check-in and security, and consider limited comfort options within the terminal.
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Airport Routes
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) offers 122 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Ryanair, ITA Airways, Aeroitalia and others. Popular destinations from Palermo include Leonardo da Vinci Int'l (Fiumicino Int'l), Malpensa Int'l, Verona (Villafranca Int'l, Valerio Catullo), Vienna Int'l (Schwechat) and Naples Int'l (Capodichino).
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Leonardo da Vinci Int'l (Fiumicino Int'l) (FCO) 6
- Malpensa Int'l (MXP) 3
- Verona (Villafranca Int'l, Valerio Catullo) (VRN) 3
- Vienna Int'l (Schwechat) (VIE) 3
- Naples Int'l (Capodichino) (NAP) 3
- Cologne Bonn (CGN) 3
- Lyon (LYS) 3
- Nantes Atlantique (NTE) 2
- Paris Orly (ORY) 2
- Athens Int'l, Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) 2
- Allgau (FMM) 2
- Barcelona Int'l (BCN) 2
Newly Discovered
- Basle-Mulhouse (BSL) new
- Krakow Int'l (KRK) new
- Zurich (Kloten) (ZRH) new
- Modlin (WMI) new
- Lampedusa (LMP) new
- Leonardo da Vinci Int'l (Fiumicino Int'l) (FCO) new
- Palese Macchie (BRI) new
- Linate (LIN) new
- Tunis-Carthage Int'l (TUN) new
- Naples Int'l (Capodichino) (NAP) new
- Brussels South Charleroi (CRL) new
- Pantelleria (PNL) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
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Top Airlines
Operating at Falcone–Borsellino AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ryanair
RYR
/ FR
|
38 | 212 | 38 | Jan 29, 2026 |
ITA Airways
ITY
/ AZ
|
2 | 72 | 2 | Jan 29, 2026 |
|
Aeroitalia
AEZ
/ XZ
|
1 | 54 | 1 | Jan 29, 2026 |
easyJet
EZY
/ U2
|
13 | 50 | 13 | Jan 29, 2026 |
|
Danish Air Transport
DTR
/ DX
|
2 | 42 | 2 | Jan 29, 2026 |
Volotea
VOE
/ V7
|
16 | 42 | 16 | Sep 26, 2025 |
Swiss
SWR
/ LX
|
1 | 23 | 1 | Jan 29, 2026 |
Transavia France
TVF
/ TO
|
3 | 23 | 3 | Sep 26, 2025 |
Condor
CFG
/ DE
|
1 | 12 | 1 | Aug 16, 2025 |
Lufthansa
DLH
/ LH
|
2 | 11 | 2 | Oct 16, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
02/20 |
6804 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
07/25 |
10912 ft | 197 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | PALERMO APP | 120.2 MHz |
| GND | RAISI GND | 121.625 MHz |
| TWR | RAISI TWR | 119.05 MHz |
| ATIS | - | 123.875 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Official taxis are available 24/7 at the taxi rank located directly outside the arrivals hall. Fixed rates are applied for trips to Palermo city center. A popular, more economical option is the shared taxi service (taxi sharing), which departs when the vehicle is full and drops passengers at their requested address within the city.
Rental Cars
Major international and local car rental companies have desks inside the arrivals hall. Providers include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt, and Sicily by Car. After completing the paperwork, customers can pick up their vehicles from the dedicated car rental parking area, which is a short walk or shuttle ride from the terminal.
Public Transportation
The airport is well-connected by bus and train. The Prestia e Comandè bus service provides frequent connections (typically every 30 minutes) to Palermo's city center and a main train station, with a journey time of about 50 minutes. The Trinacria Express train service connects the airport's own station (Punta Raisi) to Palermo Centrale station, with departures roughly twice per hour and a travel time of approximately one hour.
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