Is there a bus from Olbia airport to the center?

Yes. The ASPO 2 line connects the airport to the center of Olbia (FS station) in about 10 minutes. Buses run every 30-60 minutes. The ticket price is under 1 euro. Alternatively, a taxi has a fixed fare of about 15-20 euros.

How far is Costa Smeralda from Olbia airport?

Porto Cervo and Costa Smeralda are about a 35-minute drive from Olbia airport (about 30 km). Porto Rotondo is even closer, only 20 minutes away. There is no direct public transport connection: you need to rent a car or take a taxi (about 60-80 euros).

How do you reach La Maddalena from Olbia airport?

From Olbia, you drive to Palau (about 45 minutes, 40 km). From Palau, you take the ferry to La Maddalena: the crossing takes about 15 minutes, with frequent departures throughout the day. The ferry costs about 2-3 euros per person. In July and August, ferries are very crowded: arrive early.

Which beaches are near Olbia airport?

The closest beaches to Olbia airport are those in San Teodoro (30 minutes), such as La Cinta, considered one of the most beautiful in Sardinia. Budoni is about 30 minutes away, Porto Istana is 15 minutes away. The famous Cala Brandinchi is 35 minutes away. For Costa Smeralda (Capriccioli, Liscia Ruja), it takes 40 minutes.

When is the high season in Olbia? When is it best to fly?

The high season is July-August, when flight and accommodation prices double or triple. The best choice for those wanting to save without sacrificing the sea is June or September: the sea is warm, the beaches are less crowded, and prices are lower. May is ideal for trekking, nature, and deserted beaches. In winter, flight options reduce significantly.

Is there a taxi from Olbia airport?

Yes. Taxis are available at the arrivals terminal exit. The fare to the center of Olbia is about 15-20 euros. For Porto Cervo expect around 60-80 euros, for San Teodoro about 40 euros. In high season, it’s advisable to book in advance through local taxi apps.

How do you reach Cala Gonone and the Gulf of Orosei from Olbia?

Cala Gonone is about a 90-minute drive from Olbia airport (85 km). You take the SS131dcn road through Nuoro. In summer, it’s advisable to leave early in the morning to avoid traffic. There are no direct buses from the airport: you need to rent a car.

Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB): practical guide

Tempi di guida dall'Aeroporto di Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB)

Destinazione	Tempo di guida
Olbia	10 min
San Teodoro	30 min
Budoni	30 min
Costa Smeralda / Porto Cervo	35 min
Palau / La Maddalena	45 min (+ traghetto per La Maddalena)
Santa Teresa Gallura	1 h (traghetti per la Corsica)
Nuoro e Barbagia	1 h 15
Sassari	1 h 20
Cala Gonone / Golfo di Orosei	1 h 30
Alghero	1 h 45
Stintino / La Pelosa	1 h 55
Bosa	2 h
Oristano e Sinis	2 h 10 (comodo anche da Alghero)
Barumini (Su Nuraxi)	2 h 10
Cagliari	2 h 45 (7 min in treno dal terminal)
Costa Rei	2 h 45
Villasimius	3 h
Pula	3 h 15
Chia	3 h 30

Aeroporto di Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB) — voli diretti

Tutto l'anno: Bologna, Dubai, Milano Bergamo, Milano Linate, Milano Malpensa, Roma Fiumicino, Sofia, Torino, Trieste, Verona.

Solo estate: Amburgo, Amsterdam, Atene, Barcellona, Basilea, Berlino, Birmingham, Bordeaux, Bristol, Bruxelles Charleroi, Budapest (via low cost), Colonia/Bonn, Copenaghen, Cracovia, Dublino, Düsseldorf, Edimburgo, Firenze, Francoforte, Genova, Ginevra, Graz, Lilla, Lione, Londra (Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, City), Madrid, Manchester, Marsiglia, Monaco di Baviera, Nantes, Napoli, New York JFK, Nizza, Norimberga, Oslo, Palermo, Parigi (CDG, Orly, Beauvais), Pisa, Praga, Riga, Salisburgo, Siviglia, Stoccarda, Stoccolma, Strasburgo, Tolosa, Varsavia, Venezia, Vienna, Zurigo.

Fonte: Geasar — Aeroporto Olbia Costa Smeralda — aggiornato al 4 agosto 2026.

Nel 2024 l'Aeroporto di Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB) ha movimentato 3.883.235 passeggeri (fonte: Assaeroporti / ENAC). Il mese di punta è Ago.