Naples Airport will close to all air traffic for the entire month of November 2026 while a €30 million renovation project upgrades its runway, taxiways and aircraft guidance systems. Passengers travelling to or from southern Italy will need to check their airline arrangements carefully, as some services are being moved to Salerno Costa d’Amalfi and Cilento Airport.
The closure is planned to reduce disruption during a period that typically has fewer flights than the peak summer season. However, the change will affect routes, airport transfers and journey times for travellers visiting Naples, the Amalfi Coast and surrounding areas.
Why is Naples Airport closing?
The Italian airport is shutting temporarily to allow extensive work on its existing airside infrastructure. The project is designed to improve safety, reliability and the long-term operational continuity of the airport.
The works will include:
- Renovation of the main runway and connecting taxiways
- Replacement and modernisation of visual aids lighting systems
- Upgrades to runway and taxiway lighting
- Modernisation of illuminated signs used by aircraft and ground vehicles
Visual aids lighting is particularly important during take-off, landing and taxiing in poor visibility. The project is expected to cost approximately €30 million and will be carried out continuously, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, throughout the closure period.
Where will Naples flights operate during November?
Some airlines are transferring aircraft and services to Salerno Costa d’Amalfi and Cilento Airport, which will act as an alternative gateway for parts of the region during the shutdown.
Routes from Salerno include domestic services to several major Italian cities, including:
- Bergamo
- Milan Malpensa
- Milan Linate
- Genoa
- Turin
- Trieste
International connections listed for the airport include flights to Amsterdam, Barcelona, Casablanca, Dubai, Düsseldorf, Madrid, Paris, Sharm el-Sheikh and Stuttgart. The airlines involved include Ryanair, easyJet and Vueling, although passengers should confirm the airport and schedule directly with their carrier before travelling.
Airlines and passengers should check booking details
A flight that was originally booked through Naples may now depart from Salerno, with different check-in times and ground-transport arrangements. Not every service will necessarily operate under the same schedule, so passengers should review any airline notifications and booking updates.
Travellers should pay particular attention to:
- The departure or arrival airport shown on their latest booking information
- Updated check-in and boarding times
- Transfer options between Naples and Salerno
- Potential changes to connecting transport or accommodation plans
Extra buses and taxis planned for airport transfers
Additional public transport is being arranged to help passengers reach Salerno Airport during the closure. Extra bus services will operate between Naples Piazza Garibaldi and Salerno Airport throughout November.
Services to Salerno railway station are also due to be increased. Existing routes serving Potenza, Eboli, Battipaglia and the Amalfi Coast will continue to operate as normal, providing further connections for visitors and residents.
A shared taxi service with fixed fares will also be introduced on a trial basis. It will cover two routes:
- Salerno Airport to Naples Central railway station
- Salerno Airport to Salerno Central railway station
The combination of extra buses, rail connections and fixed-fare shared taxis is intended to limit the effect of the closure on passengers travelling between the airport and the wider Campania region.
What does the closure mean for visitors to Naples?
Naples itself remains accessible, but journeys may take longer and require more planning. Salerno is farther from central Naples than the city’s main airport, and travellers heading to the historic centre, Pompeii, Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast should allow additional time for transfers.
The temporary arrangement may be especially important for passengers with early departures, late arrivals or onward rail and ferry connections. Travellers should consider booking transport in advance where possible and allow a buffer for road congestion, particularly at busy times.
Visitors staying along the Amalfi Coast may find Salerno a practical alternative entry point, but the most suitable route will depend on their accommodation and flight schedule. Those travelling onward by train should compare airport buses, rail services and the trial taxi routes before setting out.
When will Naples Airport reopen?
The airport is scheduled to remain closed throughout November 2026 while the runway, taxiways and lighting systems are upgraded. The source information does not specify a precise reopening time or whether services will resume immediately at the beginning of December.
Passengers with travel plans around the end of November and start of December should therefore confirm the latest information with their airline and Naples Airport before travelling. Any changes to the construction timetable could affect the date on which normal operations resume.
Key advice for passengers
- Check whether the flight is operating from Naples or Salerno.
- Read airline emails and booking updates before leaving for the airport.
- Allow extra time for the transfer between Naples and Salerno.
- Check bus, train and taxi availability for the date of travel.
- Confirm the reopening position before booking a flight in early December.
For travellers visiting southern Italy, the most important point is that Naples Airport will not be available during November. The temporary closure is linked to a major infrastructure upgrade rather than a cancellation of the region’s air links, but passengers will need to use alternative airports and plan ground transport carefully.
Once the work is complete, the upgraded runway, taxiways and visual guidance systems are expected to provide stronger operational resilience and improved safety for future flights. Until then, checking the latest airline and airport information remains essential for anyone travelling through Campania.