- Must visit
Palazzo Rosso
Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Flights from Cagliari to Genoa depart on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 578 km distance in 1h 20m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 578 km |
Average flight duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 0:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£86
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£270
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 32 m
Flights on 17 Sept
10
Distance
578 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cagliari to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cagliari to Genoa will cost around £270 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £86.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 10 flights from Cagliari to Genoa, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 578 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 6 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale Veloce 3041+
U23522+
Regionale TRENORD 80370
Regionale Veloce 3041+
U23522+
Regionale TRENORD 80374
Intercity 689+
U23522+
Regionale TRENORD 80370
FR 4429
XZ2330 · XZ2425
FR 4429
XZ2332 · XZ2425
XZ2342 · XZ2427
XZ2330 · XZ2425
Intercity 689+
U23522+
Regionale TRENORD 80370Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Cagliari to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £153.
Distance: 578 km
| Flight | Most popular Ferry |
|---|---|
£153 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 41m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cagliari to Genoa:
A ferry is £99 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cagliari to Genoa costing on average £153.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Ferry takes on average 11h 41m.
The table below shows live departures for Cagliari to Genoa flights for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XZ2330 · XZ2425 | 6:00 Cagliari Airport | 5h45 | 11:45 Genoa Airport | 1 change | |
XZ2332 · XZ2425 | 7:30 Cagliari Airport | 4h15 | 11:45 Genoa Airport | 1 change | |
XZ2338 · XZ2427 | 10:20 Cagliari Airport | 10h25 | 20:45 Genoa Airport | 1 change | |
XZ2336 · XZ2427 | 11:30 Cagliari Airport | 9h15 | 20:45 Genoa Airport | 1 change | |
XZ2340 · XZ2427 | 13:00 Cagliari Airport | 7h45 | 20:45 Genoa Airport | 1 change | |
FR 4429 | 15:00 Cagliari Airport | 1h20 | 16:20 Genoa Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
XZ2342 · XZ2427 | 15:30 Cagliari Airport | 5h15 | 20:45 Genoa Airport | 1 change | |
Intercity 689+ U23522+ Regionale TRENORD 80370 | 15:40 Cagliari Airport | 6h04 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3041+ U23522+ Regionale TRENORD 80370 | 15:40 Cagliari Airport | 6h38 | 22:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3041+ U23522+ Regionale TRENORD 80374 | 15:40 Cagliari Airport | 6h38 | 22:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
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Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Sea-focused museum inside the old port area, covering navigation, migration and maritime life with interactive and family-friendly displays.
Refined palace museum displaying paintings, furnishings and frescoed rooms. Ideal for understanding Genoese aristocratic life and art.
Grand central square with fountain, theatres and banks. A practical starting point for exploring the historic centre and main avenues.
Historic street lined with palaces, courtyards and museums. One of Genoa’s most rewarding walks for architecture and city history.
Lively old harbour redeveloped for promenades, museums and sea views. Good for walking, boat trips and an easy family outing.
Chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven. A staple Genoese street food, prized for its crisp edges and simple maritime roots.
Twisted pasta with basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and Ligurian cheese. Genoa is the historic home of this classic pesto sauce.
Thin layers of dough filled with chard, prescinsêua cheese, eggs and herbs. A festive Ligurian pie strongly linked with Genoese tradition.
Stylish long-running restaurant serving creative Ligurian and Italian cooking in an intimate city-centre dining room.
Historic confectionery and café known for chocolate, pastries and elegant old-world interiors in the city centre.
Traditional bakery-focacceria popular for classic Genoese focaccia and farinata in a casual local setting.
Moderate for Italy: dining and hotels cost less than in Rome or Milan, while local transport and coffee are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for notably good service.
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Genoa Airport -> Genova Piazza Principe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cagliari to Genoa by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cagliari to Genoa flights use the Cagliari Airport to Genoa Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cagliari and Genoa airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Cagliari Airport is 1 km from Cagliari city centre. Public transport options include:
Cagliari Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cagliari Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cagliari Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Genoa Airport is 5 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genoa Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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