Airports Near Trieste
The closest airports to Trieste, Italy: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Trieste, Italy is Portoroz Airport (POW), about 14 mi (23 km) away — roughly 28 min by road.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POW | Portoroz AirportPortoroz, Slovenia | 14 mi / 23 km | 28 min | Regional |
| TRS | Trieste / Ronchi Dei LegionariTrieste, Italy | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Regional |
| RJK | Rijeka AirportRijeka, Croatia | 48 mi / 78 km | 1 hr 27 min | Regional |
| LJU | Ljubljana Joze Pucnik AirportLjubljana, Slovenia | 52 mi / 83 km | 1 hr 32 min | Regional |
| PUY | Pula AirportPula, Croatia | 53 mi / 85 km | 1 hr 35 min | Regional |
| VCE | Venezia / Tessera - Marco Polo AirportVenezia, Italy | 70 mi / 112 km | 2 hr 5 min | Regional |
| KLU | Klagenfurt AirportKlagenfurt am Worthersee, Austria | 74 mi / 119 km | 1 hr 43 min | Regional |
| TSF | Treviso / Sant'Angelo AirportTreviso, Italy | 76 mi / 123 km | 1 hr 47 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Portoroz Airport (POW) is the most convenient at about 14 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Trieste. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with POW.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near POW saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Trieste is Portoroz Airport (POW), about 14 mi (23 km) away — roughly 28 min by road.