Brindisi Airport Guide

IATA BDSICAO LIBRBrindisiUpdated 2026-07-21
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Brindisi Airport, also known as Papola Casale Airport and Salento Airport, sits 6 kilometres from Brindisi city centre in the heel of Italy's boot. With 2 runways and a single passenger terminal, it is the primary gateway to the Salento peninsula and southern Puglia. The airport served 3.4 million passengers in 2024.

Ryanair is the dominant carrier, operating more routes than any other airline and accounting for the majority of traffic. ITA Airways, easyJet, Eurowings, Wizz Air, Air Dolomiti, and Lufthansa also serve the airport, connecting Brindisi to major European cities including London, Milan, Rome, and Brussels.

The airport occupies a site with deep historical roots — commercial seaplane services launched from Brindisi in 1926, and the land-based airfield at Campo Casale opened in 1933. Today the airport also hosts a United Nations Humanitarian Response Depot, managed by the World Food Programme since 2000, reflecting Brindisi's longstanding strategic role in Mediterranean logistics.

Services

5 of 6 available

Compare 21 listed options at Brindisi Airport, spanning parking, car rentals, lounges, hotels and shuttles. Each guide sets out locations, distance from the airport, key features and links to book direct, so you can weigh cost against convenience before you fly. Select a service below to see every provider we track for Brindisi Airport.

Location

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Key facts

Size
3.4M passengers (2024)2 runwaysopened 1933
Location
40.658, 17.947
Operator
Aeroporti di Puglia S.p.A.

Terminals

1 terminal

Brindisi Airport has 1 passenger terminalTerminal, handling both international and domestic flights for around 10 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • TerminalMixed

    Ryanair, ITA Airways, easyJet, Eurowings, Wizz Air, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, Neos, British Airways, Aer Lingus

Nearby cities

3 cities

Brindisi Airport is closest to Brindisi (6 km southeast), and also serves Lecce, Taranto and other nearby areas. With 3 towns and cities within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • Brindisi6 km southeast
  • Lecce44 km south
  • Taranto73 km west

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Brindisi Airport?

Brindisi Airport uses the following codes: IATA: BDS, ICAO: LIBR, Local: BR03. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Brindisi Airport located?

Brindisi Airport is located in Brindisi, Apulia, Italy. The airport coordinates are 40.6576°, 17.9470°.

What services are available at Brindisi Airport?

Brindisi Airport offers: 3 parking options, 10 car rental companies, 1 lounges, 5 nearby hotels, 2 shuttle services, public transport connections. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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