Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport in Brief

Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, code OLB, is the main gateway to north-eastern Sardinia. It serves the port city of Olbia and the glamorous Costa Smeralda coastline just to the north, and it is managed by the company Geasar.

Like much of Sardinia, the airport is strongly seasonal. Summer brings a large wave of holiday flights, while the rest of the year centres on links with the Italian mainland.

How Close Olbia Airport Is to the City and the Coast

The terminal is only about 4 km from central Olbia, so the trip into town is short. Porto Cervo, the well-known resort on the Costa Smeralda, is roughly 30 km away by road.

Terminal and Services at Olbia Airport

Olbia has one modern passenger terminal with check-in halls, boarding gates, shops and places to eat. It is designed to absorb the summer surge, but queues still build on peak weekends.

Airlines and Routes from Olbia

Low-cost and full-service airlines both operate at OLB, including Ryanair, easyJet and Volotea. Flights to major Italian cities run through the year, and in summer dozens of European carriers add seasonal routes, bringing many more destinations within reach.

Olbia Airport Ground Transport

• City bus: local lines 2 and 10 run between the airport and Olbia about every 20 minutes. The stop is a short walk from arrivals, and tickets are sold at a machine in the arrivals hall or by app.
• Regional coaches: buses connect the airport with Costa Smeralda resorts such as Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo, and with other Sardinian towns.
• Taxi and car hire: taxis wait outside, and rental cars are the most flexible way to explore the coast.

Beaches and Sights near Olbia

The Costa Smeralda is known for clear water and granite coves, with Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo as its yachting hubs. Further north, ferries from Palau cross to the La Maddalena archipelago, and Olbia's own old centre has a relaxed Italian feel.

Advice for Flying from Olbia

If you are travelling in July or August, arrive early for your flight and book car hire in advance. Outside summer, schedules are much thinner, so check your airline's timetable first.

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