How to travel from Paris to Palermo

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Palermo

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $130 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $130, while a train costs an average of $317.

Distance: 922 miles (1485 km)

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$130

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Cheapest

$243

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$317

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6h 40m

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Fastest

4h 40m

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35h 42m

Average total duration

35h 12m

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30m

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14h 47m

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14h 17m

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30m

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4.5 - 8.9kg

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1.5 - 3.7kg

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from Paris to Palermo

How to get from Paris to Palermo by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from Paris to Palermo is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Malta AirFR 4933
    11:00 AM2h25
    Paris Beauvais Tille Airport
    1:25 PMPalermo Airport
    $881One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 4933
    11:00 AM2h25
    Paris Beauvais Tille Airport
    1:25 PMPalermo Airport
    $881One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 4933
    11:00 AM2h25
    Paris Beauvais Tille Airport
    1:25 PMPalermo Airport
    $881One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:10 AM38h05
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    3:15 PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    $1801One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 PM37h00
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    11:00 AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    $1811One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:40 PM37h20
    Paris, Porte Maillot
    11:00 AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
    $1911One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transavia FranceTO3920
    8:45 PM2h25
    Paris Orly Airport
    11:10 PMPalermo Airport
    $1121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transavia FranceTO3810
    9:40 AM2h25
    Paris Orly Airport
    12:05 PMPalermo Airport
    $1701One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ305 · AZ1787
    9:50 AM4h30
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    2:20 PMPalermo Airport
    $1951One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Palermo

Travel to Palermo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paris to Palermo.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Palermo including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Palermo is a flight with an average price of $130 (€106).

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Palermo:

A flight is $113 (€92) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Palermo costing on average $243 (€198).

A flight is $187 (€152) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Palermo costing on average $317 (€258).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Palermo is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 40m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 47m.

Bus takes on average 35h 42m.

The distance from Paris to Palermo is approximately 922 miles (1485 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Palermo is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Palermo as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Palermo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Palermo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Palermo Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Palermo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Transavia France, Ryanair, ITA, easyJet, Vueling, Volotea, Lufthansa, Swiss, Air France, Air Baltic to go to Palermo by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Palermo by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte to go to Palermo by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Palermo:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Transavia France, easyJet, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Palermo often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Rome, Cefalù, Milan, Trapani. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Palermo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Palermo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Palermo, you can explore the Capuchin Catacombs, visit the bustling Ballarò Market, and admire vibrant street art in the Vucciria district. Take a cooking class to learn traditional Sicilian dishes or enjoy a stroll along the Foro Italico promenade. Don't miss the Palermo Cathedral, Teatro Massimo, Palazzo dei Normanni with the Palatine Chapel, Quattro Canti, and the lush Orto Botanico di Palermo.
Typically, spending 3 to 4 days in Palermo allows you to explore its main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture.
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