Amalfi travel guide

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You're Going to Love Amalfi

With a population of 4,933, Amalfi is a must-see destination in Campania, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Amalfi has to offer.

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When to visit Amalfi

Amalfi in January
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amalfi in January
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Amalfi

Plane

Although Amalfi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (QSR), which is located 16 miles from Amalfi. The shortest flight to Amalfi from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 50m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Amalfi, followed by Italotreno.

Car

Another option to get to Amalfi is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 140 miles from Amalfi. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Europcar, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amalfi, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Rome, the bus ride to Amalfi takes 140 miles and will cost you around $16. From Bari, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 185 miles.

Plane

Although Amalfi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (QSR), which is located 16 miles from Amalfi. The shortest flight to Amalfi from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 50m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Amalfi, followed by Italotreno.

Car

Another option to get to Amalfi is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 140 miles from Amalfi. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Europcar, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amalfi, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Rome, the bus ride to Amalfi takes 140 miles and will cost you around $16. From Bari, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 185 miles.

Airlines serving Amalfi

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,732 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,975 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (861 reviews)
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Where to stay in Amalfi

From 5-star hotels such as the Santa Caterina to great affordable options like the Hotel Floridiana, Amalfi offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $194 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $587 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Amalfi

Most booked hotels in Amalfi

Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, 254 reviews)
$2,275+
Santa Caterina
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 481 reviews)
$1,283+
Hotel Margherita
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 1550 reviews)
$189+
Hotel La Pergola
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1461 reviews)
$157+
Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1081 reviews)
$559+
Grand Hotel Excelsior
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1013 reviews)
$222+

Renting a car in Amalfi

Renting a car in Amalfi costs $33 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Amalfi.

Expect to pay $7.61 per gallon in Amalfi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $91.30 and $121.74. The most frequently booked car type in Amalfi is Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Seat Arona or similar) are, on average, 10% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Amalfi costs $33 per day, on average, or $98 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Amalfi.

Expect to pay $7.61 per gallon in Amalfi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $91.30 and $121.74. The most frequently booked car type in Amalfi is Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Seat Arona or similar) are, on average, 10% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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