- Must visit
Galleria Regionale della Sicilia - Palazzo Abatellis
Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
Flights from Lecce to Palermo depart on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:40. The fastest flight covers the 484 km distance in 1h 10m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 484 km |
Average flight duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Flights per day 11 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£134
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£134
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 10 m
Flights on 19 Sept
1
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Lecce to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Palermo will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £134.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 flights from Lecce to Palermo, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 484 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 10 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.
FR 8971
FR 8971Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, while a flight costs an average of £93.
Distance: 484 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £78 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 23m Average total duration 11h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 24m Average total duration 17h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lecce to Palermo:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lecce to Palermo costing on average £86.
A coach is £27 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lecce to Palermo costing on average £93.
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 53m.
Train takes on average 17h 54m.
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Palermo flights for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:10 Lecce | 15h20 | 8:30 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
FR 8971 | 15:15 Brindisi Airport | 1h10 | 16:25 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Important Sicilian art museum in Palazzo Abatellis, with medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s celebrated portrait.
Archaeological museum with Greek, Roman and Etruscan finds, coins and sculpture. A strong choice for understanding Sicily’s ancient past.
Modern and contemporary art museum in a restored monastery complex. Visit for Italian art, changing exhibitions and a central historic setting.
Monumental square at the junction of Palermo’s historic main streets. A classic meeting point with theatrical Baroque façades and constant street life.
Elegant square beside Teatro Massimo, popular for strolling and people-watching. A useful base for exploring central Palermo on foot.
Historic market district with layered architecture, lively lanes and everyday city life. Best for atmosphere, street scenes and local character.
Fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street-food classic, especially beloved in Palermo for its hearty, portable character.
Soft sesame-topped roll stuffed with spleen and lung, often with ricotta or caciocavallo. A distinctive Palermo sandwich with deep working-class roots.
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, raisins and pine nuts. It captures Palermo’s Arab-Norman culinary heritage through sweet-savoury flavours.
Traditional restaurant serving Sicilian seafood, pasta and Palermo classics in an elegant but relaxed historic-centre atmosphere.
Historic market stall famed for pane ca meusa and other Palermo street-food staples in a lively, no-frills setting.
Long-established informal spot known for arancine, panelle and other classic rosticceria specialities popular with locals.
Moderate for Italy: street food and buses are cheap, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Palermo Aeroporto railway station -> Palermo Centrale, Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lecce to Palermo flights use the Brindisi Airport to Palermo Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Lecce and Palermo airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Palermo Airport is 2 km from Palermo city centre. Public transport options include:
Palermo 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 Palermo Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Palermo Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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