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Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport

Perugia (PG), Italy

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Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport

Perugia (PG), Italy
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Umbria's gateway serving Perugia and Assisi pilgrims.

Opened
1938
Location
Perugia, Italy
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (IATA: PEG, ICAO: LIRZ) is a regional airport located in central Italy, serving the Umbria region including the cities of Perugia and the nearby pilgrimage destination of Assisi. The airport is named in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi, reflecting the cultural and religious heritage of the surrounding area. The airport handles a modest volume of passengers and primarily serves seasonal and low-cost carrier routes to European destinations. It has undergone periodic modernization efforts to improve facilities and expand connectivity for both tourists and business travelers visiting Umbria. Despite its relatively small size, the airport plays an important role in the regional economy by supporting tourism to one of Italy's most scenic and historically rich regions. Larger international connections are typically made via Rome or Florence airports.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling all passenger departures and arrivals.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Perugia city center by bus shuttle services, with the journey taking approximately 15–20 minutes.
Airlines here
Ryanair is among the primary carriers operating routes from Perugia, alongside occasional seasonal services by other European airlines.
Notable facts
  • ›Named after Saint Francis of Assisi, patron saint of Italy and ecology.
  • ›Located approximately 12 km east of Perugia city center.
  • ›Serves as the main gateway for tourists visiting Assisi, one of Italy's top pilgrimage sites.
  • ›Runway length is approximately 2,000 meters, limiting operations to smaller aircraft.
  • ›The airport is managed by Società Aerodromo di Perugia (SAP).
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Gateway to Umbria's rolling hills, art, and timeless medieval towns

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport serves the heart of Umbria, one of Italy's most culturally rich and scenic inland regions. Named in honour of Saint Francis of Assisi, the airport has historically provided a modest but vital link between Umbria and European destinations, primarily through low-cost carriers. Its compact scale and relaxed atmosphere reflect the unhurried character of the region it represents.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single, compact terminal handling all passenger departures, arrivals, check-in, and baggage services.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available directly outside the terminal
  • Car rental desks operated by major providers inside the terminal
  • Airport shuttle bus connecting to Perugia city centre and Fontivegge railway station
  • Private transfer services bookable in advance online
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Giò Wine e Jazz Area, Perugia
  • Sina Brufani, Perugia
  • Castello di Monterone, Perugia
  • Hotel Pontevecchio, Perugia
Dining

Inside the terminal, food and beverage options are limited to a small café and bar offering Italian espresso, pastries, and light snacks. For a fuller dining experience, travellers should plan to eat in Perugia city centre, where traditional Umbrian cuisine — including truffle dishes, cured meats, and local wines — is widely available. The airport's proximity to the city makes a pre-flight meal in town a very practical option.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure as the terminal, though small, can experience bottlenecks during peak travel periods.
  • Pre-book your car rental or private transfer, as taxi availability outside scheduled flight times can be limited.
  • The airport shuttle to Fontivegge station connects to trains for Rome, Florence, and beyond — a cost-effective onward travel option.
  • Check your airline's baggage policy carefully, as most routes are operated by low-cost carriers with strict size and weight limits.
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Airlines serving this airport

Ryanair
FR
Wizz Air
W6

Routes

PEG → STNFR · 738
PEG → CAGFR · 738
PEG → CRLFR · 738
PEG → TPSFR · 738
PEG → OTPW6 · 320
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Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport
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Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport, formerly Perugia Sant'Egidio Airport, is an airport serving Perugia, the capital city of the region of Umbria in central Italy.

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