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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Amalfi to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Amalfi

Amalfi in January
Estimated hotel price
$467
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amalfi in January
Estimated hotel price
$467
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 26 km from Amalfi. The shortest flight to Amalfi from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 43h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Amalfi, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Amalfi to Rome takes 1h 13m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Settebagni, expect to pay about $20 for a 3h 04m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Amalfi is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 226 km from Amalfi. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Galierirent, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amalfi, including FlixBus, Fiumicino Express and BlaBlaBus. From Rome, the bus ride to Amalfi takes 241 km and will cost you around $12. From Modugno, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 274 km.

Plane

Although Amalfi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (QSR), which is located 26 km from Amalfi. The shortest flight to Amalfi from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 43h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Amalfi, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Amalfi to Rome takes 1h 13m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Settebagni, expect to pay about $20 for a 3h 04m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Amalfi is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 226 km from Amalfi. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Galierirent, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amalfi, including FlixBus, Fiumicino Express and BlaBlaBus. From Rome, the bus ride to Amalfi takes 241 km and will cost you around $12. From Modugno, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 274 km.

Airports near Amalfi

Airlines serving Amalfi

Lufthansa
Good (4,650 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,477 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,553 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,164 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (397 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 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 $352 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,031 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Residenza Pansa and Albergo Sant'Andrea.

Where to stay in popular areas of Amalfi

Most booked hotels in Amalfi

Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
$1,872+
Santa Caterina
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$1,627+
Palazzo Avino
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$1,215+
Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$1,417+
Hotel La Pergola
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$294+
Villa Maria Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$417+

Hiring a car in Amalfi

Expect to pay $3.47 per litre in Amalfi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.62 and $55.49. The most frequently booked car type in Amalfi is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Renault Mégane Estate or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.47 per litre in Amalfi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.62 and $55.49. The most frequently booked car type in Amalfi is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Renault Mégane Estate or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.