Flying from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) to Palese Airport (BRI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Olbia and Bari are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Your OLB to BRI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Bari (and then exploring more of Italy!) is a snap with Volotea. This popular carrier has direct flights from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport.
Volotea is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between OLB and BRI include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Pisa International Airport
Milano Linate Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) to Palese Airport (BRI)
RM173 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport flight. Return flights start from RM368. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OLB to BRI.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, data shows 79.61% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport from central Olbia, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to OLB:
Arriving at Palese Airport (BRI)
Reserve a hotel close to BRI if you're catching a late Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Palese Airport rental car and explore Bari and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, Felirent and Noleggiare are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Palese Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Palese Airport (BRI) to central Bari
Palese Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Bari. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Palese Airport (BRI)
The quietest month for a flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bari based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Palese Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bari, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OLB to BRI in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Bari has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. About 370 kilometres west of Bari, a trip to Rome will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Around 225 kilometres west of Bari, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.