Naples International Airport (NAP), officially known as Ugo Niutta, is Naples’ primary aerial hub. Located 3.7 miles (5.9 km) north-east of the city center, it comprises two terminal buildings – one for passengers and another for charter operations.
Generally well-organized and efficient, public transport to and from Naples International is bountiful. However avoid the many unlicensed drivers who attempt to pick up travelers and charge them exorbitant prices. Licensed taxis are highly visible and display a list of fixed rates inside their vehicles. By the end of 2011, though, passengers will also have the opportunity to travel to and from Naples International via train, as a new railway line connecting the airport to the city is scheduled for completion by the end of the year.
As with most airports, Naples International can get chaotic at times. However, it’s generally a quick process getting in and out of the airport, and amenities are clean and adequate. Staff speak little English, but they are usually friendly and try their best to assist non-Italian speaking passengers.
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<div class="rxbodyfield">The terminals are within close proximity to each other and easily accessible by foot.</div>
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Taxi: Taxis offer fixed rates for destinations within the city. A trip to the center of town takes up to 10 minutes, depending on traffic.
Bus: The Alibus travels to two stops in Naples, namely Stazione Centrale and Piazza Municipio. Tickets can be purchased onboard for €3.
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Airport parking consists of 1,400 spaces. Short-term parking charges are €3.50 per hour, or, depending on which parking lot you choose, between €29 and €32 per day. Mid-term parking costs €3 per hour and €16 per day after the first day of parking. Long-term parking, by far the most economical, charges €2.50 per hour and €12 per day from day two onwards. From day four, drivers need only pay €10 per day and €69 per week.
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Money and communications: ATMs, currency exchange and postal service.
Luggage: There are lost-luggage, lost-property and left-luggage facilities.
Conference and business: Located on the first floor, the Telelink Internet Center offers Internet access, workstations, photocopiers, scanners, telephones and faxes. Meeting rooms feature videoconferencing equipment and catering services are available on request. There are also a number of VIP lounges that can accommodate small gatherings.
Other facilities: A medical center is located in Arrivals.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is available at gate areas 1-10, as well as at Ciao Self-service Restaurant. Prepaid cards can be purchased at the Sunstore shops in Arrivals and Check-in.
Shopping: Naples International offers a fair range of options in the way of shopping, especially when it comes to clothing and fashion accessories. Outlets before security include Chilli and Co., Sole and Vista, Camomilla Italia, Travel Masters, Napolimania and Fattorie Garofalo; while post-security stores include Obika, Feltrinelli Express, Pasticceria Bellavia, Roberto Giannotti, Aeronautica Militare, Tramontano, Carthusia, Yamamay, stopARTEndo Museum Shop, Carpisa and Titoli.
Food and drink: Order a freshly made pizza and a can of cold soda at Air Cafe, or pick and grab your own dishes at self-service restaurant Ciao. For coffee and pastries, head over to Blu Bar, Tentazioni, Puro Gusto or The Island Cafe; then, top off with an authentic Italian Gelato ice cream at La Piazzetta.
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