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Elmas (CAG) in Cagliari, Italy. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.
CAG

Elmas

Cagliari, Italy

🏷️IATACAG
📍CityCagliari
📞Helpline+39 070 211211
Via Mario Mameli, 09030 Elmas CA, Italy
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ℹ️ About Elmas

Cagliari Airport, also known as Elmas Airport, opened in 1937. It is operated by SOGAER S.p.A.

In 2023, the airport handled approximately 4.4 million passengers. Its IATA code is CAG.

It serves as a gateway to Sardinia and is undergoing expansion to increase capacity and improve services.

🏢 Terminals

Cagliari Airport has one main terminal. It handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has 16 boarding gates. In 2019, the airport served 4,735,589 passengers.

There are ongoing expansion plans to increase capacity.

🚗 How to Reach Cagliari Airport
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Metro/Rail
Trenitalia operates a train service from the airport to Cagliari city center. The Elmas Aeroporto station is a short walk from the terminal. Trains run approximately every 20 minutes. The journey to Cagliari takes about 5-10 minutes and costs around €1.30.
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Bus
ARST operates bus route 160 from the airport to Piazza Matteotti in Cagliari. Buses run approximately every 30 minutes. The fare is around €1.30.
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Taxi/Cab
Taxis are available outside the terminal. A taxi to Cagliari city center costs approximately €20-€25.
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Distance
7 km from Cagliari city center, 10 minutes without traffic, 20-30 minutes with traffic.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
First Class Lounge, located in the boarding area. Access is available to eligible passengers and through paid entry.
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Food & Dining
Several cafes and restaurants are available, including Panino Giusto and Briciole Bar. There are no confirmed 24-hour options.
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Shopping
Aelia Duty Free is available for international passengers. Other shops include newsagents and souvenir shops.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "CAG Airport Free WiFi" network.
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Banking
ATMs are located in the main terminal area. Currency exchange services are provided by Change Group.
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Medical
A first aid station is located within the terminal. Hours are limited.
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Other
A prayer room is available. There are no designated smoking zones inside the terminal.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term, long-term, and premium parking options are available. Short-term parking rates start at €3.50 per hour. Daily rates for long-term parking start at €12. Pre-booking is available through the airport website.

💡 Tips for Travellers
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Purchase train tickets to Cagliari from the vending machines inside the terminal to avoid queues at the platform.
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Check the ARST bus schedule in advance, as service frequency can vary, especially on weekends and holidays.
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Consider pre-booking long-term parking online for potential discounts.
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Use the free airport WiFi to download offline maps or translation apps before leaving the terminal.
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