Quick answer
Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) is about 12 km from Verona city center and serves as the main gateway to Lake Garda. The drive to Verona takes 15-20 minutes. To Sirmione (Lake Garda) it is about 35 minutes. Most visitors are heading either to Verona itself or to Lake Garda towns like Sirmione, Bardolino, Malcesine, or Riva del Garda.
Your transport options
Taxis: Available at the rank outside arrivals. EUR 20-35 to Verona city center (metered). To Sirmione, expect EUR 60-80.
Pre-booked transfers: EUR 30-50 to Verona, EUR 50-80 to Sirmione, EUR 60-120 to other Lake Garda towns. The driver meets you at arrivals with a fixed price.
Lake Garda connections
Lake Garda is the main reason many people fly into Verona. There is no direct public transport from the airport to Lake Garda towns. You need to take the Aerobus to Verona station, then a bus or train to your destination, which can take 2-3 hours total.
A pre-booked transfer eliminates this entirely — direct door-to-door service from the airport to your lakeside hotel.
Money and practical info
Italy uses the Euro. ATMs are available in arrivals. Taxis accept cash; some accept cards. The airport is small and navigation is easy — you are outside within minutes of collecting your bags.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get from Verona Airport to Sirmione?
A pre-booked transfer is the most practical option — EUR 50-80, direct door-to-door, about 35 minutes. A taxi costs EUR 60-80. There is no direct public transport from the airport to Sirmione.
Is there a bus from Verona Airport to the city?
Yes, the Aerobus shuttle runs every 20 minutes to Verona Porta Nuova station for EUR 8. Journey time is 15-20 minutes.
How far is Verona Airport from Lake Garda?
Verona Airport is about 30-35 km from the southern shore of Lake Garda (Sirmione, Peschiera). The drive takes 25-35 minutes. Northern towns like Riva del Garda are 80+ km and take over an hour.
Verona Airport is small and efficient. The main challenge is reaching Lake Garda destinations, which have no direct public transport from the airport. For Verona city, the Aerobus is excellent. For the lake, a transfer saves hours of connecting transport.