Ancona Umbria And Le Marche, Italy Travel Guide
AOI, "Raffaello Sanzio," sits approximately 18 kilometers (11 miles) west of Ancona city center, serving as the main air gateway to the Marche region.
Reaching Ancona city center from AOI is straightforward with several convenient transfer options.
More frequent flights and higher prices during summer (June-August). Prices decrease in shoulder and low seasons.
Smaller airport with basic facilities: car rental desks, limited shops, and cafes.
Booking well in advance for summer travel assists with managing costs effectively.
Ancona connects to the A14 Autostrada (motorway) for fast long-distance travel.
Valid national driver's license. Non-EU citizens: International Driving Permit (IDP) required alongside national license.
Limited Traffic Zones (ZTL) exist in historic centers. Fines for unauthorized entry are steep via cameras. Park outside ZTLs.
Ancona's port is one of Italy's busiest Adriatic ports, serving passenger ferries and cruise ships.
Standard Schengen entry and exit procedures apply to international arrivals by sea.
A Portable luggage scale supports efficient getting your bags ready and helps bypass overweight luggage fees.
A good Italian road map can be helpful in conjunction with GPS for driving.
If prone to motion sickness on ferries, consider Sea sickness remedies.
No specific exit fees or taxes for departing travelers from Italy. Any taxes are typically a portion of your flight ticket price.
Ancona Falconara Airport and Ancona Centrale train station present basic amenities for departing travelers.
Verify specific check-in requirements for your airline or ferry.
Durable luggage tags identify your bags clearly.
Keep passport, tickets, and boarding passes readily accessible.
Plan your pickups to the airport or port with ample time, especially during peak seasons, for a smooth departure.
