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Alghero-Fertilia Airport

Alghero, Italy
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Sardinia's northwestern gateway serving the Riviera del Corallo.

Opened
1930
Location
Alghero, Italy
Alghero-Fertilia Airport (IATA: AHO) is located near the town of Fertilia, approximately 10 kilometres north of Alghero on the island of Sardinia, Italy. It serves as a key entry point for tourists visiting the northwestern coast of the island, including the scenic Riviera del Corallo. The airport handles several million passengers annually, with traffic peaking during the summer tourist season. It is one of three main airports in Sardinia, alongside Cagliari-Elmas and Olbia Costa Smeralda. Ryanair has historically operated a significant base at Alghero, making it an important hub for low-cost travel to and from mainland Europe. The airport is managed by SOGEAAL S.p.A.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include buses connecting the airport to Alghero city centre and Sassari, as well as taxis and rental cars.
Airlines here
Ryanair is the dominant carrier at Alghero, with additional seasonal services provided by other European carriers including Wizz Air and various charter airlines.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport is named after the nearby village of Fertilia, a planned town built during the Italian fascist era.
  • ›Ryanair established one of its Italian bases at Alghero, significantly boosting passenger numbers.
  • ›The airport is managed by SOGEAAL S.p.A. (Società di Gestione Aeroporto Alghero).
  • ›It is one of three commercial airports serving Sardinia.
  • ›The surrounding area is known as the Riviera del Corallo, famous for coral craftsmanship.
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Route map (31 destinations)

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Routes

AHO → TRNAZ · 319
AHO → LINAZ · 319
AHO → CRLFR · 738
AHO → FMMFR · 738
AHO → HHNFR · 738
AHO → NYOFR · 738
AHO → BGYFR · 738
AHO → BLQFR · 738
AHO → CIAFR · 738
AHO → EINFR · 738
AHO → GROFR · 738
AHO → LTNFR · 738
AHO → PMFFR · 738
AHO → TSFFR · 738
AHO → BLLFR · 738
AHO → BTSFR · 738
AHO → CUFFR · 738
AHO → GSEFR · 738
AHO → PSAFR · 738
AHO → STNFR · 738
AHO → TRFFR · 738
AHO → TRSFR · 738
AHO → AOIFR · 738
AHO → BVAFR · 738
AHO → DTMFR · 738
AHO → DUBFR · 738
AHO → MADFR · 738
AHO → NRNFR · 738
AHO → FCOJN · 320
AHO → MXPU2 · 319
AHO → OTPW6 · 320
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City & Place Guide

Sardinia's Catalan gem blending medieval charm with turquoise seas.

Alghero is a fortified coastal city on Sardinia's northwest shore, unique for its deep Catalan heritage dating back to 14th-century Aragonese rule. The old town, encircled by honey-colored limestone walls, spills into a lively harbor filled with fishing boats and waterfront restaurants.

Beyond the historic center, Alghero offers dramatic natural attractions including the famous Neptune's Grotto sea caves and the pristine beaches of the Riviera del Corallo. The city strikes an ideal balance between authentic Sardinian culture and accessible, well-developed tourism infrastructure.

The local dialect, Algherese, is still spoken by some residents, giving the city a distinctly dual identity. Coral craftsmanship, fresh seafood, and vibrant piazzas make Alghero one of Sardinia's most rewarding destinations.

  • •Grotta di Nettuno — spectacular sea caves accessible by boat or clifftop staircase
  • •Alghero Old Town Walls — panoramic medieval ramparts perfect for sunset strolls
  • •Cattedrale di Santa Maria — elegant Gothic-Catalan cathedral anchoring the historic center
  • •Capo Caccia — towering limestone headland with breathtaking coastal views
  • •Spiaggia di Maria Pia — long pine-backed beach ideal for swimming and relaxing
  • •Torre di Porta Terra — iconic 16th-century tower marking the gateway to the old city

Getting around: Alghero's compact old town is easily walkable. Local ARST buses connect the city to nearby beaches, Sassari, and surrounding villages affordably. The Fertilia airport is served by taxi and shuttle buses. Bikes and scooters are widely available for rent, and boat tours depart regularly from the harbor for coastal excursions.

Best time: Late May through early July and September offer warm sunny weather, calm seas, and smaller crowds compared to the peak August rush.

Local food: Don't miss aragosta alla catalana (Catalan-style lobster), bottarga-topped pasta, fregola with clams, and a glass of local Vermentino white wine or coral-red Cannonau.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Alghero–Fertilia Airport
Encyclopaedia

Alghero - Riviera del Corallo Airport is an international airport situated 4.3 NM north-northwest of the city of Alghero, in northern Sardinia, Italy. It is also known as Alghero–Fertilia Airport, named for the nearby village of Fertilia or Alghero Airport. It is one of the three main airports serving Sardinia, the other ones being Olbia in the northeast, and near Cagliari in the south. The airport is operated by SO.GE.A.AL.

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