Is it easy to get from Naples to Sardinia? It is very easy! I have done it many times (I have a soft spot for Naples!) and I tested all modes of transport that connect the beautiful Italian city to my beloved island.
Naples is a magical city. Most of those who’ve been there say that it’s bewitching: you simply can’t help falling in love with it. We Italians even have a saying: “vedi Napoli e poi muori” – something that goes along the lines of “see Naples and then die” and which means that since nothing compares to the beauty of Naples, you can die after you’ve seen it.
Now, Napoli is certainly gorgeous. But Sardinia is too – in a wholly different way.
Many tourists decide to travel from Naples to Sardinia after spending some time in the city. It is an excellent idea: both may well be quite the perfect holiday in Italy!
Naples is a marine city, with its own harbor and airport, and this means that it is easy to travel from Naples to Sardinia. There are two main options to travel between the two: you can opt to fly from Naples to one of the Sardinian airports, or to take the Naples to Sardinia ferry.
You could also consider traveling north to Rome and get on one the many flights from Rome to Sardinia. But if there’s an option to travel to Sardinia from Naples, it’s definitely easier to do that!
In this post, I will explain how to get from Naples to Sardinia.
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Flights From Naples To Sardinia
Can you fly from Naples to Sardinia?
Yes, you can fly to Sardinia from Naples. though the number of flights varies with the season.
Naples has an International Airport called Napoli-Capodichino, which is one of the busiest airports in the South of Italy and is served by several regular as well as budget airlines. Many of them, of course, fly to one or more Sardinian airports.
What’s the Naples to Sardinia flight time?
A direct flight from Naples to Sardinia usually takes between 1 hour and 1 hour and 30 minutes, depending on the weather (winds or heavy rains, and occasional fog can slow down the plane occasionally) and which airport in Sardinia you are flying to.
How much are flights from Naples to Sardinia?
As you can imagine, the prices of flights from Naples to Sardinia can vary a lot depending on the season, day and time of travel, and on any additional perk you may want to add.
Most budget airlines will have you pay for carry-on luggage beside the very small personal item you are allowed to take on board, and of course you will also have to pay for checked luggage.
Things such as priority boarding and preferred seats on the plane are also things that will increase the final price of your flight to Sardinia from Naples.
Traveling is generally more expensive in the peak summer months, because there is more request – it’s a plain matter of demand vs supply. However, booking your flight well ahead of your travel dates may help you find a good deal.
I recommend using Omio to check the schedule and prices of flights from Naples to Sardinia.
Best Naples to Sardinia flight options
Naples to Cagliari
At the time of writing, Ryanair operates daily flights from Naples to Cagliari – this schedule will stay as such until the end of October.
From November onwards, there seem to be no flights from Naples to Cagliari operated by Ryanair, but I recommend checking the Ryanair official website regularly if you wish to travel from Naples to Sardinia beyond those dates.
Easyjet operates three Naples to Cagliari flights from the end of June to August included (on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays); and two flights per week (on Tuesdays and Saturdays) in September and October.
The departure time changes every day, so you should consult the official websites or Omio to check the schedule as well as the prices of flights from Naples to Cagliari.
My post How To Get To Cagliari From The Airport shares all the available options to travel between the airport and the city.


Naples to Olbia
There aren’t any flights from Naples to Olbia during the winter.
Volotea operates 2 flights per week in June and until mid September; and 5 flights per week in July and August (every day but Monday).
EasyJet flies to Olbia four times per week in April, and then every day (one flight per day) from May to September included. In October, Easyjet has a flight from Naples to Olbia every day but Thursdays.
The departure time for both companies changes often, so I recommend checking the official websites or using Omio to verify the schedule and prices of flights from Naples to Olbia.
My post How To Get To Olbia From The Airport explains how to travel from the airport to Olbia and to Gallura.
Naples to Alghero
Volotea and Easyjet don’t operate flights from Naples to Alghero.
Ryanair flies to Alghero four times per week, usually on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
The departure time varies a lot, so be sure to always check Ryanair website . Alternatively, I recommend using Omio to check the schedule and prices of flights from Naples to Alghero.
To learn how to make your way from Alghero Airport to the city, head over to my post How To Get To Alghero From The Airport.

Ferries From Naples To Sardinia
Is there a Naples to Sardinia ferry?
Yes, there is a ferry from Naples to Sardinia. Indeed, the Naples to Sardinia ferry is are a great option if you are traveling with your family and would prefer bringing your car to the island.
Naples harbor is ancient and quite bustling, though it’s not much of a passengers harbor anymore.
The only Sardinian harbor with direct connections from Naples is Cagliari. The route is served by Grimaldi Lines, which travels from Naples to Cagliari on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, departing at 7:00 pm. The number of weekly trips doesn’t vary from winter to summer.
What’s the Naples to Sardinia ferry time?
You are probably wondering how long is the ferry ride from Naples to Sardinia?
The Naples to Sardinia ferry takes 15 hours, so it is a rather long trip. This means you will spend the night on the boat. Most travelers opt for a cabin or at least a comfortable chair – which is also my recommendation because ferry trips are long!
My favorite engine to check the schedule and book the ferry from Naples to Sardinia is Direct Ferries: it’s a powerful engine that pulls out the best deals and routes for any selected time you input.
How much is the ferry from Naples To Sardinia?
The price of ferries from Naples to Sardinia varies depending on the season, day and time of travel. It’s usually more expensive to travel in the summer months, or during holidays such as Christmas of Easter, when more people travel. Things such as bringing your car on the ferry will also increase the final price of the ticket.
Booking well ahead of your travel dates is generally good practice to find a good deal.
I recommend using Direct Ferries to check the prices and book your ferry from Naples to Sardinia.
Don’t forget to read my post The Best Ferry Routes To Sardinia.
Final Considerations On How To Get From Naples To Sardinia
Flights from Naples to Sardinia, and the boat from Naples to Sardinia have varying schedules and frequency depending on the season. Summer is usually when there are most Naples to Sardinia flights, and more frequent ferries from Naples to Sardinia.
As shown, the price of a flight from Naples to the island varies depending on the airline operating the flight, the time of the year and any additional perk. A low-cost flight will generally be cheaper than a regular one, as long as you travel light and are a bit more flexible with your dates.
The ferry is often more expensive than a flight, especially if you decide to bring your car with you.
As you can see, it is not that difficult to travel to Sardinia from Naples. You can rest assured that if you happen to be in Naples you will have no troubles reaching or leaving the island, no matter the time of the year. I hope this guide has been helpful!
Further Readings
Looking for more ways of getting to Sardinia? Check out the following posts:
- How To Get To Sardinia
- The Best Flights From London To Sardinia
- The Best Flights From Amsterdam To Sardinia
- The Best Paris To Sardinia Flights
- The Best Ferry Routes To Sardinia
- How To Get From Barcelona To Sardinia
- How To Get From Sicily To Sardinia
- How To Get From Milan To Sardinia
- How To Get To From Venice To Sardinia
- Which Are The Best Flights From Dublin To Sardinia?
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Claudia Tavani
Claudia Tavani was born and raised in Sardinia, and after moving between the United States and the United Kingdom, she's now back living in her hometown, Cagliari. She's a travel blogger and certified travel designer who loves planning trips and publishing guides, travel tips, and packing lists so that you don't have to. Owner of Strictly Sardinia, cat mom to Minnie. Loves pizza, hiking, archeology, cities, beaches, swimming, and running. Hates peppers.