Bari-Palese : introduction
Bari-Palese Airport, also called Aeroporto Karol Wojtyla, is open to public, commercial, civil and military air traffic.
Located in the provinces of Barletta-Andria-Trani and Matera, 9 km northwest of the centre of Bari, it is the main airport in Puglia. It can accommodate aircraft of all sizes, including very light jets, airliners and cargo planes.
AEROAFFAIRES tells you everything you need to know about organising your flight from Bari-Palese airport.
History of Bari-Palese Airport
- 1934 : the airport is officially born. It is dedicated to Prince Umberto of Savoy and its use is exclusively for military traffic. In the same year the airport opened to civil aviation and the first links with Rome, Venice, Ancona and Tirana were established.
- 1939 : the Savoia Marchetti aircraft is introduced, resulting in the adaptation of the main runway.
- 1947 : after the Second World War, civilian traffic resumes.
- 1951 : the new airport terminal is built.
- 1965/66 : the new control tower is built.
- 1966/68 : The runway is extended to 1,570m. It will be further extended in 2019 to 3,000m in length.
- 1967 : Design of the first extension to the new passenger terminal begins.
Practical information about Bari-Palese airport
Bari-Palese Airport has a runway.
Bari-Palese airport coordinates
- Airport Code : BRI
- Latitude : 41° 08′ 20″ N
- Longitude : 16° 45′ 38″ E
- Altitude : 59 metres
- Runway length : 3 512 m.
This airport is open to national and international commercial traffic and can accommodate private aircraft.
Location & access to Bari-Palese airport
- Address : Airport – Viale Enzo Ferrari, 70128 Bari BA, Italy
- Coordinates : 41° 08′ 20″ North / 16° 45′ 38″ East
- Altitude : 59m
- Access : The airport has about 21,000 movements per year.
Located 9 km northwest of the centre of Bari, it takes about 22 minutes to reach by car from the city.
If you wish, AEROAFFAIRES can arrange your transfer by hiring a car with a private driver.
Recommendations on the city of Bari
Where to stay in Bari?
During your stay in the Italian city, hotels and guest houses are available to accommodate you. However, AEROAFFAIRES recommends that you book a room at the luxurious Le Alcove hotel, located approximately 1 hour from Bari.
Where to eat in Bari?
For a luxurious dining experience in Bari, I recommend Ristorante Biancofiore. This restaurant offers creative Italian cuisine with an emphasis on fresh seafood and innovative pasta dishes. It’s renowned for its refined ambience and excellent service, making it an ideal venue for special occasions. Guests particularly appreciate the tasting menu, which showcases local ingredients and flavors in a sophisticated presentation.
