Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Positano travel guide

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You're Going to Love Positano

With a population of 2,334, Positano 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 Positano has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Positano

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Serra (Via Marconi n.127) and Remmese (Via G. Marconi) are great picks.

When to visit Positano

Positano in January
Estimated hotel price
$320
1 night at 3-star hotel
Positano in January
Estimated hotel price
$320
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Positano

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 20 miles from Positano. Salerno Costa d'Amalfi is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Iberia, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Positano from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 9h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 136 miles from Positano. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Galdierirent, among others, in Rome.

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 20 miles from Positano. Salerno Costa d'Amalfi is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Iberia, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Positano from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 9h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 136 miles from Positano. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Galdierirent, among others, in Rome.

Airports near Positano

QSRSalerno Costa d'Amalfi
NAPNaples
FOGFoggia Gino Lisa

Airlines serving Positano

Lufthansa
Good (8,125 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,102 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,440 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,992 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,623 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,948 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,872 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,321 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,324 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,433 reviews)
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Where to stay in Positano

From 5-star hotels such as the Le Sirenuse to great affordable options like the La Rosa Dei venti, Positano offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $427 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,013 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Pensione Maria Luisa and Casa Guadagno.

Most popular hotel in Positano by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Positano

Most booked hotels in Positano

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Grand Hotel Tritone
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, 1231 reviews)
$953+
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Le Sirenuse
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, 356 reviews)
$2,259+
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Tramonto d'Oro
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 1106 reviews)
$325+
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Hotel Margherita
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 1628 reviews)
$367+
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Hotel Buca Di Bacco
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 816 reviews)
$556+
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Hotel Piccolo Sant'Andrea
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 210 reviews)
$768+
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Renting a car in Positano

Renting a car in Positano costs $43 per day, on average, or $130 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Naples.

Expect to pay $7.84 per gallon in Positano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.03 and $125.37. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Positano, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Positano costs $43 per day, on average, or $130 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Naples.

Expect to pay $7.84 per gallon in Positano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.03 and $125.37. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Positano, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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