About Palermo
Palermo is the capital and largest city of the autonomous island region of Sicily in southern Italy, located on the eponymous gulf facing the Tyrrhenian Sea. A 2,700-year-old city, it is noted for its history, culture, architecture and gastronomy, playing an important role throughout much of its existence.
Cheap flights to Palermo
The lowest round-trip fare found by Destina Holidays travellers in the last 30 days was $843 from New York, travelling 13 Jan – 24 Jan. These are the cheapest fares from the most searched cities.
- JFK New York to Palermo13 Jan – 24 Jan · PMO from$843
- BOS Boston to Palermo2 Dec – 15 Dec · PMO from$940
- ORD Chicago to Palermo21 Aug – 18 Sep · PMO from$1,038
- WAS Washington to Palermo17 Nov – 24 Nov · PMO from$935
- LAX Los Angeles to Palermo16 Nov – 26 Nov · PMO from$993
- SFO San Francisco to Palermo2 Mar – 9 Mar · PMO from$1,009
- MIA Miami to Palermo11 Nov – 19 Nov · PMO from$993
- ATL Atlanta to Palermo14 Nov – 22 Nov · PMO from$989
Cheapest month to fly
Airlines travellers compared most often: ITA Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Brussels Airlines, Finnair, Lufthansa.
Prices are per adult in US dollars, taken from searches between 25 Sep and 25 Oct 2026. Fares change often, so search your dates for live prices.
Search flights to PalermoThings to do in Palermo by type
80 tours, tickets and experiences across 10 categories. Pick a type to see what is available for your dates.
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Day Trips & Excursions 40 experiences Agrigento Ancient Wonders Tour from Mazara -
Gastronomy & nightlife 10 experiences Catania - Half-Day Gastronomic and Cultural Tour from Taormina -
City tours 9 experiences Best Of Palermo - The Unesco Sites Walking Tour -
Classes 8 experiences Pasta Cooking Class and Gelato in Palermo -
Zoo, Aquarium & Nature 7 experiences Day Trip to Randazzo and Alcantara Valley with Wine Tasting -
Outdoor activities & Adventure 6 experiences Alcantara Gorges - Body Rafting -
Cruise & Water Tours 6 experiences Coast to Coast from Taormina -
Travel Services 2 experiences European eSim Data Card -
Tickets & Attraction Passes 2 experiences Agrigento Temple Valley at Sunset - Small Group Tour -
Art & culture 2 experiences Explore Agrigento's Valley of the Temples with Audio Guide - Skip the Line
- 1-3 hours 13
- Over 6 hours 12
- 3-6 hours 8
- Flexible 2
- Senior 1
- Couples 1
- Youth 1
- Families 1
- Small group 12
- Private 4
- Shore excursions 1
- Skip the line 1
Top experiences in Palermo
Tours, tickets and experiences you can book with Destina Holidays, from 80 available.
Agrigento Temple Valley at Sunset - Small Group Tour
From $453 per adult
Palermo Recorded - Walking Tour with Panoramic Bus and optional Hop-On Hop-Off
From $17 per adult
Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina - Walking Tour from Palermo
From $92 per adult
Palermo Food Tour and Pizza Making Class - Half-Day Tour
From $80 per adult
Best Of Palermo - The Unesco Sites Walking Tour
From $41 per adult
Small Group Street Food Tour in Catania
From $98 per adult
Palermo Sightseeing Bus Hop on Hop off
From $17 per adult
The Art of the Italian Aperitivo with a Local: Learn & Enjoy in Catania
From $104 per adult
Marsala Half Day Tour from Trapani: Boat Tour in Mothia's Laguna with Wine Tasting - From 2 people
From $174 per adult
Palermo Highlights and Hidden Gems - Private Tour with a Local
From $78 per adult
Secret Food Tours Palermo
From $75 per adult
All-Inclusive Erice & Marsala: Wine and Salt Smell - Full-Day Tour
From $1,269 per adult
Best time to visit Palermo
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Palermo is June, when average daytime highs are around 83°F and rain falls on about 3 days a month.
Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Palermo weather forecast
- Sun 25 Oct 67° 63° 50%
- Mon 26 Oct 70° 63° 85%
- Tue 27 Oct 73° 61° 1%
- Wed 28 Oct 72° 59° 0%
- Thu 29 Oct 71° 60° 5%
- Fri 30 Oct 69° 58° 24%
- Sat 31 Oct 66° 60° 25%
Know before you go
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)1 US dollar ≈ €0.89
- Language
- Italian
- Calling code
- +39
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- Europe/RomeUTC+1
- Capital
- Rome
Upcoming public holidays in Italy
- All Saints DayTutti i Santi
- Immaculate ConceptionImmacolata Concezione
- Christmas DayNatale
- St. Stephen's DaySanto Stefano
- New Year's DayCapodanno
- EpiphanyEpifania
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Getting to Palermo
These are the airports closest to central Palermo. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.
- PMO Falcone–Borsellino Airport15 mi (24 km) from the city centre
Getting around Palermo
Although Palermo is a fair-sized city, most of the interesting sites around the centre can easily be reached on foot.
By bicycle
There are a large number of bicycles and e-scooters for hire across the city. These include Lime, RideMovi and others. Prices vary.
By bus
Get a 24-hour ticket for €4. Many buses run on Via Roma. You can take the "Free Centro Storico" bus to move around the old town; it covers all the main touristic areas. To go to Piazzale Indipendenza, take bus 109 from the station. If you want to go to Mondello, take the bus 806. You can also use the mobile app Moovit to browse all the urban lines and plan your trips around the city.
Palermo travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Palermo?
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Palermo is June, when average daytime highs are around 83°F and rain falls on about 3 days a month.
What is the weather like in Palermo?
July is usually the warmest month in Palermo, with average highs of 89°F (31°C). February is the coolest, with average lows of 50°F (10°C). The wettest month is typically December, with about 116 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Palermo?
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) is the closest airport, about 15 miles (24 km) from the centre of Palermo.
How much are flights to Palermo?
The cheapest round-trip fare Destina Holidays travellers found to Palermo in the last 30 days was $843 from New York, travelling 13 Jan – 24 Jan. January is currently the cheapest month to fly, with fares from $843.
What currency is used in Palermo?
Palermo uses the Euro (EUR). At the latest exchange rate, 1 US dollar ≈ €0.89.
What time zone is Palermo in?
Palermo uses the Europe/Rome time zone (currently UTC+1). Remember to check for daylight saving changes when planning connecting flights.
How do I get around Palermo?
Although Palermo is a fair-sized city, most of the interesting sites around the centre can easily be reached on foot.
What are the top things to do in Palermo?
Popular experiences you can book in Palermo include Agrigento Temple Valley at Sunset - Small Group Tour, Palermo Recorded - Walking Tour with Panoramic Bus and optional Hop-On Hop-Off and Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina - Walking Tour from Palermo. Destina Holidays offers 80 tours and activities here.
What kinds of tours and activities can I book in Palermo?
The most popular types of experiences in Palermo are day trips & excursions (40), gastronomy & nightlife (10), city tours (9) and classes (8). Filter by type when you search to compare prices and availability for your dates.
