The Bari Karol Wojtyla airport is located 5 miles (8 km) northwest from the town center, is also known as the Palese airport. With an upgraded facility, the airport handles close to 4 million passengers annually, making it one of the busiest and most convenient locations for tourists visiting Italy. Bari is the second most important economic area in southern Italy, after Naples. Originally designed as a military airfield, the location has undergone many renovations, including a new passenger terminal, control tower, and an on site car park facility. There are nearly 30 airlines that provide service to the Bari airport, however some of the destinations are available on a seasonal basis, so it is suggested that passengers check with their individual carriers to make sure their destination is available when desired.
Getting to the airport is rather easy, and can be accessed by bus, taxi, or personal vehicle. If arriving by private vehicle, there is plenty of on site parking available, ranging from short stay to business and long term. There are 2100 parking spaces that are accessible 24 hours a day. However, effective January 2013, one of the parking structures is closed, but there are still plenty of accommodations available. If traveling during peak seasons, reservations are recommended, for if the parking lots are full, customers will not be allowed to access the facility.
If Bari is your destination, there are several car hire companies to choose from on site, located just off the departure area. More than twenty car rental options at the airport and the surrounding vicinity, offering a variety of vehicles to choose from. Some of the on site companies include Hertz, Alamo, Budget, and Maggiore, and customers can often find reduced rental rates online. Available cars range from a fuel economic mini car group that can comfortably accommodate four adults, to a minivan that can hold up to seven adults. Both automatic and manual transmissions are available, as are optional extras that can be added on during time of reservation. Options include child seats, satellite navigation systems, ski racks, and snow chains.
Customers who want to rent a vehicle need to be licensed for a minimum of one year, and not have any major traffic violations on their record. Drivers age 21 to 24 will be required to pay an additional fee, as will an additional driver added to the rental car agreement. Cross border travel by rental cars are allowed, but there are some restrictions and additional charges that may apply. It is suggested that if customers are going to be crossing the borders, they check with their individual car rental companies prior to departing the facility to ensure their trip is possible.
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