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Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte
Major fine arts museum in a former Bourbon palace, known for masterpieces by Caravaggio, Titian, and the Farnese collection.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Ferries per day
8
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Positano to Naples International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Positano to Naples International Airport will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 8 ferries that leave Positano for Naples International Airport on Fri, Jul 03, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct ferries cover the 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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LASER CAPRI
POSITANOJET
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NLG JET
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NLG JET
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LASER CAPRI
POSITANOJETOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Positano to Naples International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $55.
Distance: 17 nautical miles (33 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Positano to Naples International Airport:
A ferry is $19 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Positano to Naples International Airport costing on average $57 (€47).
Other travel options to Naples International Airport take longer:
Ferry takes on average 1h 42m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h55 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 04:24PM | Arrival Time 05:49PM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Laser Capri | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 02:24PM | Arrival Time 03:49PM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Positano to Naples International Airport ferries for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
POSITANOJET | 12:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h10 | 1:40 PM Naples Beverello | 0 transfersDirect | |
QUEEN | 3:40 PM Port of Positano | 1h35 | 5:15 PM Naples Beverello | 0 transfersDirect | |
NLG JET | 4:24 PM Port of Positano | 1h25 | 5:49 PM Naples Beverello | 0 transfersDirect | |
LASER CAPRI | 4:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h45 | 6:15 PM Torre del Greco | 0 transfersDirect | |
LASER CAPRI | 4:30 PM Port of Positano | 2h10 | 6:40 PM Portici | 0 transfersDirect | |
NLG JET | 4:35 PM Port of Positano | 2h10 | 6:45 PM Naples Beverello | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
POSITANOJET | 8:30 AM Port of Positano | 1h50 | 10:20 AM Naples Beverello | 0 transfersDirect | |
NLG JET | 9:15 AM Port of Positano | 1h30 | 10:45 AM Naples Beverello | 0 transfersDirect | |
NLG JET | 10:55 AM Port of Positano | 2h35 | 1:30 PM Naples Beverello | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Positano to Naples International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $33 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 8 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:05, the last at 15:24. The fastest ferry covers the 17 nautical miles (33 km) distance in 1h 10m. There are 34 sailings per week. Ferries from Positano to Naples International Airport are available to foot passengers.


Distance 17 nautical miles (33 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€28) |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 34 |
Fastest ferry 1h 10m |
First ferry 8:05 AM |
Last ferry 3:24 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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Iconic historic street cutting through the old center, lined with churches, palaces, workshops, and intense everyday Neapolitan life.
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Naples’ grand ceremonial square, framed by the Royal Palace and Basilica of San Francesco di Paola.
Naples’ iconic soft, wood-fired pizza with a puffy crust, traditionally topped as Margherita or Marinara and protected by strict local tradition.
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A classic Neapolitan sponge cake soaked in rum syrup, one of the city’s most recognizable desserts.
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Highly regarded modern pizzeria on the waterfront, known for meticulously made Neapolitan pizza and quality ingredients.
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Prices at the airport are higher than in central Naples. Coffee and snacks are manageable, but full meals cost more than in the city.
Service is usually included or not expected. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for good service is appreciated. Tipping is modest, including for cafes and taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Positano to Naples International Airport by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Naples International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Positano to Naples International Airport ferries use the Porto di Positano to Naples Beverello port pair. Use this guide to compare Positano and Naples International Airport ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Porto di Positano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Chez Black (0.1km), Ristorante La Cambusa (0.2km), Ristorante Covo Dei Saraceni (0.3km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Porto di Positano.
Available at Porto di Positano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto di Positano.
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