Reggio Calabria airport transfer: center, Scilla, Tropea

From the Airport of the Strait, the center of Reggio Calabria is about 10 minutes by car, the Central Station is 17 minutes by bus, Scilla is about half an hour and Tropea is about an hour and forty. You have four ways to get out of the Tito Minniti airport: ATAM city bus, taxi, train with change in Reggio Centrale and private transfer. In this guide you will find times, prices and times verified as of October 5, 2026.

Reggio Calabria airport in numbers

In 2025, the airport recorded 977,984 passengers, 56.7% more than in 2024. The figure is from the SACAL Group, which manages the three Calabrian airports, and was presented to the shareholders' meeting on 26 May 2026.

2026: in July there were 95,549 passengers (+1.9% on July 2025), in August 97,128 (+6%), according to monthly Assaeroporti data.
Foreign flights down: in July 2026, international traffic stopped at 17,258 passengers, 18.1% of the total, down 24.7% on the previous year.
New terminal: on 16 May 2026, the new departures terminal was inaugurated, the first lot of the masterplan approved by ENAC.
Ryanair: in September 2025, the company announced two aircraft based in Reggio Calabria, also confirmed for winter 2026-27.

What flights are there in winter 2026-27

From the end of October 2026 to the end of March 2027, Ryanair's only foreign route from Reggio Calabria is Barcelona. The routes opened in 2025 to London Stansted, Paris Beauvais, Brussels Charleroi and Frankfurt Hahn do not fly this winter: the last flight to London is scheduled for October 22, 2026.

Domestic routes in winter: Milan Malpensa, Milan Bergamo (from 25 October 2026), Turin, Bologna, Pisa, Venice and Parma. Between November and March, Ryanair reduced frequencies on several routes.
Summer 2027: London Stansted (from June), Paris Beauvais and Katowice are already bookable. Brussels Charleroi and Frankfurt Hahn do not appear in the published schedule.

If you're departing from London, Paris or Brussels between November and March, you'll need a flight with a stopover: Milan Malpensa is the route with the most flights, 48 in November 2026.

How far is the airport from the center of Reggio Calabria

SACAL indicates 7 km from the center of the metropolitan city; by road the Central Station is about 5 km away and Piazza Duomo just over 4 km away. The airport is located south of the city, in the Ravagnese district. Piazza Indipendenza, on the seafront, is about 6 km away; the port about 8 km away.

How to get to the city centre from the airport

ATAM buses 27 and 28 and Reggio Air Link

ATAM urban lines 27 and 28 connect the airport to Viale Zerbi, in the city centre, every 30 minutes. ATAM supports the Reggio Air Link service, with direct runs between the port and the airport. From Monday to Friday, departures from the airport to the port are at 10:05, 11:35, 14:40, 15:30, 17:35 and 23:00 (timetables published on 28 September 2026).

If you continue by train, buy the single Trenitalia train plus bus ticket: choose Reggio Calabria Aeroporto Bus as your departure station. The bus takes you to Reggio Calabria Centrale in 17 minutes. You can find it on the Trenitalia website and app, at ticket offices and self-service machines at the station.

Taxi

The taxi rank is in front of the passenger terminal; to book SACAL indicates the numbers 0965 27450 and 0965 27550. The municipal tariff approved in 2015 (Council resolution no. 83) provides for predetermined rates by the airport:

Central Station: 12 €;
National Archaeological Museum: 16 €;
port of Reggio Calabria: 18 €.

With the taximeter, the initial charge is €3.50 and the urban rate is €1.20 per km. In 2024, the Municipality proposed increases (airport-station at €18) and in September 2025 indicated the fares as being updated. Ask the taxi driver for the price before getting in.

Train: Reggio di Calabria Aeroporto station is not close to the terminal

The railway stop called Aeroporto is about a kilometer from the airport and does not have a connecting shuttle. The walking route passes through an underpass and has been reported several times by the local press, in 2024 and 2025, due to the absence of indications. Trains from there to Reggio Centrale take 9-10 minutes (€1.40), but with suitcases it is convenient to take the bus to Centrale and the train from there.

Athena ETC Private Transfer

The Athena ETC transfer from the Strait Airport costs €20 in total for 1 to 4 people and €5 per person for 5 to 8. The price is published before departure and does not depend on the taximeter. See Athena ETC private transport.

How to get to Scilla from Reggio Calabria airport

Scilla is about 28 km from the airport: by car it takes about half an hour, with bus and train from 50 minutes to just over an hour.

Bus plus train: ATAM bus to Reggio Centrale, then regional to Scilla (27-40 minutes). The single ticket from the airport cost €4.50 in Trenitalia searches on 5 October 2026.
Car or transfer: about 30 minutes along the A2 motorway. For a direct transfer with driver, ask for a tailor-made itinerary from Athena ETC.
Day trip from Reggio: the Scilla Experience starts from Piazza Indipendenza, lasts 5 hours and includes round-trip transport and a visit to Scilla and Chianalea, with the Ruffo Castle. It costs from €40 per person (€32 up to 12 years).

How to get to Tropea from Reggio Calabria airport

Tropea is about 107 km from the airport: by car it takes about an hour and forty, by bus plus train just over two hours.

Bus plus train: from Reggio Centrale there are direct regional trains to Tropea that take between 1 hour and 42 minutes and 2 hours, for €7.40. From the airport, with the bus included, the fastest solution takes 2 hours and 12 minutes and costs €9.20 (Trenitalia research of 5 October 2026). Avoid solutions with a change, which take up to 3-4 hours.
Car or transfer: about 1 hour and 40 minutes, mostly on the A2. Athena ETC organizes tailor-made itineraries with driver from 2 to 8 people, on estimate.
Day trip from Reggio: the Tropea and Pizzo Excursion takes a full day, departing from Piazza Indipendenza and includes round-trip transport, accompanied tour of Tropea and Pizzo and tasting of the Pizzo truffle. It costs from €120 per person (€96 up to 12 years), with a 25% discount from 6 people.

How long does it take from the airport to the villages: Pentedattilo, Bova and Gerace

Pentedattilo, Bova and Gerace are close by car and inconvenient by train: the stations are on the coast, the villages in the hills.

Pentedattilo: 28 km, about 35 minutes by car. By train you arrive in Melito di Porto Salvo (23-41 minutes from Centrale, 2.70 €), then there are about 5 km of climbing.
Bova: 50 km, about an hour by car. By train get off at Bova Marina (31-49 minutes, 4 €), then about 12 km of mountain road remain.
Gerace: 95 km, about an hour and a half by car. By train get off at Locri (from 1 hour and 9 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes, from €7.40), then about 10 km remain.

The Athena ETC experiences for these villages all start from Piazza Indipendenza with round-trip transport included: Pentedattilo, the ghost village (4 hours, from €60), Bova, capital of Greek Calabria (5 and a half hours, from €85), Pentedattilo & Bova (8 hours, from €100) and Gerace Experience (7 and a half hours, from €120, with typical lunch).

How to book with Athena ETC

Athena ETC services are reserved for members: registration is done online from the Join us page. For the transfer, choose the service from the private transport page and indicate the date, arrival time of the flight and number of people. The experiences are on request: choose the date, indicate how many people you are and receive confirmation. For tailor-made itineraries to Scilla, Tropea or the villages write to info@athenaetc.com or call +39 379 14 92 736.

Frequently asked questions about Reggio Calabria Airport

How far is Reggio Calabria airport from the city centre?

SACAL indicates 7 km. By road, the Central Station is about 5 km away and Piazza Duomo is just over 4, about 10 minutes by car.

Which bus goes from the airport to the centre of Reggio Calabria?

ATAM lines 27 and 28, every 30 minutes to Viale Zerbi. There are also direct Reggio Air Link runs between the airport and the port.

How much is a taxi from the airport to the Central Station?

The 2015 municipal tariff provides for a predetermined rate of € 12. The Municipality has started an update of the rates: ask the taxi driver for confirmation before leaving.

Can I use the Reggio di Calabria Airport station?

Yes, but it is about a kilometer from the terminal and there is no shuttle. With luggage it is convenient to take the ATAM bus to Reggio Centrale.

How much does the Athena ETC transfer from the airport cost?

20 € in total from 1 to 4 people, 5 € per person from 5 to 8. The service is reserved for members.

How do I get to Scilla from Reggio Calabria airport?

By car in about 30 minutes (28 km). By ATAM bus and regional train from Reggio Centrale it takes from 50 minutes to just over an hour, with a single ticket of € 4.50.

How do I get to Tropea from Reggio Calabria airport?

By car in about 1 hour and 40 minutes (107 km). By bus plus direct regional train from Reggio Centrale it takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes, for € 9.20.

Are there international flights in winter 2026-27?

Ryanair only operates Barcelona as a foreign route from the end of October 2026. London Stansted and Paris Beauvais return with the 2027 summer schedule.

How many passengers does Reggio Calabria airport have?

977,984 in 2025, 56.7% more than in 2024, according to SACAL. In August 2026, there were 97,128 passengers, 6% more than in August 2025.

Do I need a car to visit Pentedattilo, Bova and Gerace?

The train stations are on the coast, 5-12 km from the hilltop villages. Without a car you need an excursion with transport included or a chauffeured itinerary.

Reggio Calabria Airport: how to get to the center, Scilla and Tropea