Puglia: by plane, car or ferry
The heel of Italy's boot: trulli houses in Alberobello, white Salento beaches and food worth the trip alone. Fly to Bari or Brindisi, or drive down through Austria and the length of Italy.
What does a trip to Puglia cost this year?
The calculator compares flights from several airports, driving with real ferry prices, and shows the weather for every date.
What it costs right now
Transport price for 2 people with a bag, departing in the coming weeks, accommodation not included. Computed by our own planner from real flight and ferry prices. Values marked ~ are estimates. Calculated on 2026-07-24, check your exact dates in the calculator.
When to go
The sea warms by late May and holds into October. August belongs to Italian holidaymakers: packed beaches and double prices. June and mid September onwards are best, with the trulli and Salento beaches almost to yourself.
| Month | Daily high | Sea | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 24 °C | 19 °C | ~8 |
| June | 29 °C | 24 °C | ~5 |
| July | 31 °C | 27 °C | ~4 |
| August | 32 °C | 27 °C | ~5 |
| September | 28 °C | 26 °C | ~5 |
Averages from the last 8 years (Open-Meteo). The calculator shows your exact week in more detail.
How to get there
Fly to Bari or Brindisi, both with low cost routes. Driving is 1,250 km from Prague, doable in one long day. On the way back you can add a ferry to Greece or Croatia from Bari or Brindisi.
Airports
- BRI · Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (Bari)
- BDS · Brindisi – Salento Airport (Brindisi)
Car ferries
No ferry needed when driving here.
Distance
1,014 km from Prague as the crow flies. The calculator computes the real route, tolls and fuel.
Tip
August is packed with Italians on holiday. Accommodation prices drop sharply in June and from late August.
Frequently asked questions
When is the sea warmest?
The sea is typically warmest in August, around 27 °C. Daytime air averages 32 °C.
Which airports serve it?
Nearest airports: Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (Bari) (BRI), Brindisi – Salento Airport (Brindisi) (BDS). The calculator compares fares to all of them at once, from Prague and Vienna alike.
Car or plane, which pays off?
A close contest: fares are cheap, but you will want a car locally and seasonal rental prices push the total up. For a family with their own car the totals often come out similar, the exact dates decide.