- Must visit
Museo di Palazzo Ducale
Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Flights from Bari to Mantua depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:53, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 413 miles (665 km) distance in 1h 20m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 413 miles (665 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Flights per day 12 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 4:53 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€122
Fastest journey on Sep 08
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
1 h 54 m
Flights on Sep 08
4
Distance
665 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Bari to Mantua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Mantua will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 4 flights from Bari to Mantua, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct flights cover the 665 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the longest flights will take 3 h 25 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bari to Mantua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, while a flight costs an average of €184.
Distance: 413 miles (665 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€184 Average price | €79 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest | €190 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Mantua:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Mantua costing on average €79.
A bus is €115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Mantua costing on average €184.
Other travel options to Mantua take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 0m.
Bus takes on average 12h 1m.
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Mantua flights for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AZ1632 | 6:50 PM Bari Palese Airport | 1h30 | 8:20 PM Milan Linate Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1606 · AZ2130 | 7:25 PM Bari Palese Airport | 3h45 | 11:10 PM Milan Linate Airport | 1 transfer | |
LG538 · LG6493 | 7:45 PM Bari Palese Airport | 19h35 | 3:20 PM Milan Linate Airport | 1 transfer | |
LG538 · LG6991 | 7:45 PM Bari Palese Airport | 11h55 | 7:40 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 3980 | 9:20 PM Bari Palese Airport | 1h25 | 10:45 PM Verona Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1650 | 9:35 PM Bari Palese Airport | 1h24 | 10:59 PM Milan Linate Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U23532 | 9:50 PM Bari Palese Airport | 1h35 | 11:25 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 3895 | 10:10 PM Bari Palese Airport | 1h20 | 11:30 PM Bologna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 8 | |||||
![]() | 4:50 AM Bari | 1h25 | 6:15 AM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 AM Bari | 1h25 | 11:45 AM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Bari | 1h20 | 12:05 PM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Celebrated museum palace with frescoed rooms, temporary exhibitions, and Giulio Romano’s architecture; a cornerstone of Mantua’s artistic identity.
Archaeology museum displaying local prehistoric, Etruscan, and Roman finds; a useful complement to the city’s better-known Renaissance attractions.
Mantua’s monumental main square, framed by the Ducal Palace, cathedral, and civic buildings; the best place to grasp the city’s historic power.
Lively medieval square with market atmosphere, arcades, and major monuments; ideal for people-watching and easy access to the old center.
Elegant square beside Sant’Andrea, known for arcaded buildings and its central role in city events, walks, and daily local life.
Pumpkin-filled pasta with amaretti, mostarda, Parmigiano and spices. A signature Mantuan first course balancing sweet and savory flavors.
Slow-braised donkey stew, usually served with polenta. A rustic Lombard-Mantuan specialty rooted in the area’s farming tradition.
Air-dried salami made from coarsely ground pork and garlic. It is one of Mantua’s best-known cured meats and a classic local starter.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the city center, known for refined interpretations of Mantuan cuisine in a historic, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant celebrated for classic Mantuan dishes such as tortelli di zucca and local meats in a polished atmosphere.
Well-known osteria offering hearty regional cooking, house specialties and a relaxed, authentic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Milan or Venice, while local buses and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis; leave 5-10% at restaurants only for especially good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Mantua by flight. 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 flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mantua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Mantua flights use the Bari Palese Airport to Bologna Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Bari and Mantua airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Bari Palese Airport is 7 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Bari Palese Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bari Palese Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bari Palese Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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