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Northern Italy's gateway to the Veneto and Lake Garda.
Opened
1939
Location
Verona, Italy
Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport (IATA: VRN) serves the city of Verona and the broader Veneto region in northeastern Italy. Named after the ancient Roman poet Gaius Valerius Catullus, who was born in Verona, the airport is located in Villafranca di Verona, approximately 12 kilometres southwest of the city centre.
The airport handles both scheduled and charter flights, with significant leisure traffic driven by proximity to Lake Garda, one of Italy's most popular tourist destinations. It serves millions of passengers annually and connects Verona to major European hubs and holiday destinations.
Operated by Aeroporto Valerio Catullo di Verona Villafranca S.p.A., the airport also oversees operations at nearby Brescia Airport (Gabriele D'Annunzio Airport), reflecting its role as a regional aviation authority in the area.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal with separate areas for Schengen and non-Schengen arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to Verona city centre by dedicated bus services, including the Aerobus shuttle, with taxis and rental cars also available; there is no direct rail link to the terminal.
Airlines here
Key carriers include Ryanair, which maintains a significant presence, along with Wizz Air, easyJet, and various charter and seasonal operators serving European destinations.
Notable facts
- ›Named after the Latin lyric poet Gaius Valerius Catullus, a native of Verona.
- ›Located approximately 12 km southwest of Verona city centre in Villafranca di Verona.
- ›Serves as a key gateway to Lake Garda, boosting significant leisure and tourism traffic.
- ›The same operating company manages Brescia Montichiari Airport (BGY area).
- ›The airport has origins dating back to military use in the late 1930s.
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