- 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 Sorrento to Palermo depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 22:25. The fastest flight covers the 292 km distance in 55m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 292 km |
Average flight duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 55m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£49
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£231
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
1 h 52 m
Flights on 29 Aug
12
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Sorrento to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sorrento to Palermo will cost around £231 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £49.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 12 flights from Sorrento to Palermo, including 3 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 292 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 25 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.
U24101
AZ1274 · AZ1789
AZ1274 · AZ1783
FR 2681
AZ1270 · AZ1795
FR 2681
FR 48
U24101
AZ1274 · AZ1789
AZ1270 · AZ1795Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sorrento to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £59, while a train costs an average of £121.
Distance: 292 km
Most popular Flight | Ferry | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price | £121 Average Price |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Sorrento to Palermo flights for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
V71579 | 15:05 Naples International Airport | 1h00 | 16:05 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1270 · AZ1767 | 15:15 Naples International Airport | 5h00 | 20:15 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1270 · AZ1795 | 15:15 Naples International Airport | 3h05 | 18:20 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1274 · AZ1789 | 19:40 Naples International Airport | 2h50 | 22:30 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1274 · AZ1783 | 19:40 Naples International Airport | 3h25 | 23:05 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
U24105 | 19:50 Naples International Airport | 0h55 | 20:45 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
U24101 | 6:10 Naples International Airport | 1h00 | 7:10 Palermo Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ1278 · AZ1765 | 6:20 Naples International Airport | 5h20 | 11:40 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1278 · AZ1773 | 6:20 Naples International Airport | 4h25 | 10:45 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1268 · AZ1785 | 6:35 Naples International Airport | 4h45 | 11:20 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
AZ1286 · AZ1787 | 8:30 Naples International Airport | 5h35 | 14:05 Palermo Airport | 1 change | |
FR 48 | 10:45 Naples International Airport | 1h00 | 11:45 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sorrento 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 Sorrento to Palermo flights use the Naples International Airport to Palermo Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Sorrento 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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