Pantelleria closer than ever: direct flights from Rome and Milan resume
Departures from 30 May, routes operating until October thanks to the agreement with ITA and the support of local operators
Good news for those who had been awaiting updates on air connections with Pantelleria: the dates for direct flights to and from Rome and Milan for the 2026 summer season have finally been confirmed.
From 30 May, non-stop services will commence, operating until the end of September for Rome and until October for Milan. In detail, the Milan Linate–Pantelleria route will run until 24 October 2026, while the Rome Fiumicino–Pantelleria service will conclude on 26 September 2026. Flights will operate on a weekly basis, every Saturday.
This outcome follows a complex negotiation process that has led to an agreement – currently being finalised – with ITA Airways for the launch of these routes. It represents an important step towards improving the island’s accessibility ahead of the tourist season.
At the same time, the Perugia route, operated by HelloFly, has also been confirmed, running from 6 June to 26 September 2026, further strengthening connections with mainland Italy.
In light of this new arrangement, it has been decided not to proceed with the charter flight from Milan Malpensa. This decision has been mainly influenced by the rise in fuel costs, linked to the current international geopolitical context.
In order to make the agreement with the national carrier possible, the business network “Welcome to Pantelleria” has taken on a direct financial commitment: the advance purchase of a quota of seats and a contribution of €80,000. A cost that in the past was covered by public funds, but which at this stage has been borne by private operators to unlock the negotiations, also slowed by issues related to the Municipality’s 2026–2027 tourism promotion tenders.
The aim remains to continue working with institutions to identify possible forms of support and to enhance the investment made in the interest of the entire community.
