About flights from Venice (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport punches above its weight. For a city most people associate with gondolas and tourist crowds, VCE quietly connects you to 95 destinations across 36 countries — including a direct shot to Shanghai that stretches nearly 9,000 km. It's not the biggest airport in Italy, but it's got serious range. Walking through arrivals, you get that familiar mix of budget travelers clutching backpacks and business types heading straight for taxis. The airport sits on the edge of the lagoon, and on a clear day, the approach alone is worth it.
Quick stats for VCE
- Direct destinations: 95
- Countries served: 36
- Continents reached: 4 of 6
- Average flight distance: 1,819 km
- Longest non-stop: Shanghai (PVG) — 8,926 km (~11h 9m)
- Shortest non-stop: Munich (MUC) — 320 km (~24 min)
- Reach score: 80/99
Why fly to Venice?
Italy naturally dominates the route map with 14 domestic connections, but the real draw is how well Venice links into broader Europe and beyond. Nine routes into France, eight into Greece, eight into the UK — you've got solid options for a multi-stop trip without routing through Rome or Milan. Aegean Airlines (A3) runs the Greek routes, which is worth knowing if you're island-hopping and want to avoid a backtrack. The Spain connections open up Barcelona and Madrid easily. And honestly, flying out of Venice feels like a reward in itself. You're leaving a city that most people struggle to leave, which gives the whole departure experience a slightly bittersweet edge that bigger hub airports just don't have.
Longest non-stop flights from VCE
The furthest destinations you can reach non-stop from Venice:
- Shanghai, China (PVG) — 8,926 km, approximately 11h 9m
- Dallas, USA (DFW) — 8,775 km, approximately 10h 58m
- Atlanta, USA (ATL) — 7,890 km, approximately 9h 52m
- Dulles, USA (IAD) — 7,030 km, approximately 8h 47m
- Toronto, Canada (YYZ) — 6,851 km, approximately 8h 34m
Short-haul flights from VCE
Quick getaway options with the shortest flights from Venice:
- Munich, Germany (MUC) — 320 km, approximately 24 min
- Zurich, Switzerland (ZRH) — 361 km, approximately 27 min
- Rome, Italy (FCO) — 412 km, approximately 31 min
- Stuttgart, Germany (STR) — 427 km, approximately 32 min
- Vienna, Austria (VIE) — 434 km, approximately 33 min
Top countries by direct connections from VCE
Venice Marco Polo Airport connects to 36 countries. Here are the most served:
- Italy — 14 destinations (Alghero, Bari, Brindisi, Cagliari and 10 more)
- France — 9 destinations (Basel, Switzerland/Mulhouse, Bordeaux, Lyon, Marseille and 5 more)
- Greece — 8 destinations (Athens, Karpathos, Kerkyra, Mykonos and 4 more)
- United Kingdom — 8 destinations (Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, London and 4 more)
- Spain — 7 destinations (Alicante, Barcelona, Bilbao, Corvera and 3 more)
- Germany — 7 destinations (Berlin, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt and 3 more)
- USA — 6 destinations (Atlanta, Dallas, Dulles, New York and 2 more)
- Turkiye — 3 destinations (Istanbul, Istanbul, Izmir)
Where to fly from Venice
Flights to Italy
Venice has 14 direct routes to Italy:
- Rome (FCO) — 412 km
- Naples (NAP) — 537 km
- Olbia (OLB) — 560 km
- Bari (BRI) — 603 km
- Alghero (AHO) — 633 km
- Brindisi (BDS) — 705 km
- ...and 8 more destinations
Flights to France
Venice has 9 direct routes to France:
- Basel, Switzerland/Mulhouse (BSL) — 435 km
- Nice (NCE) — 455 km
- Lyon (LYS) — 565 km
- Marseille (MRS) — 609 km
- Paris (CDG) — 833 km
- Paris (ORY) — 835 km
- ...and 3 more destinations
Flights to Greece
Venice has 8 direct routes to Greece:
- Kerkyra (CFU) — 902 km
- Zakinthos (ZTH) — 1,115 km
- Skiathos (JSI) — 1,154 km
- Athens (ATH) — 1,277 km
- Mykonos (JMK) — 1,404 km
- Thira (JTR) — 1,493 km
- ...and 2 more destinations
Tips for travelers at VCE
Getting to the airport is where people trip up. The Alilaguna water bus is the scenic option — around 75 minutes from San Marco, and it deposits you right at the terminal on the water. It's slow but genuinely enjoyable if you've got time. The land bus from Piazzale Roma takes about 20 minutes and costs a fraction of the price. Avoid private water taxis unless someone else is paying. Summer flights book fast, especially into Greece and Spain, so lock in routes early if you're traveling July or August. And double-check your terminal — the airport handles both Schengen and non-Schengen departures, so give yourself buffer time.
Airlines operating from VCE
The following airlines offer non-stop flights from Venice Marco Polo Airport:
3O, A3, AA, AC, AF, AT, AY, AZ, BA, CY, D8, DE, DL, DY, EI, EK, EN, EW, FI, FR, H4, IB, JU, KL, LG, LH, LO, LS, LX, LY, MS, MU, OS, PC, QR, RK, SK, SN, T7, TK, TO, TP, TS, TU, U2, UA, UX, V7, VY, W4, W6, XQ
Frequently asked questions about flying to Venice
How do I get from Marco Polo Airport to Venice city center?
You can take a water taxi (about €15 per person), the Alilaguna water bus (€8), or a regular bus to Mestre train station then a train into Venice—the water options are slower but more scenic, while the bus is cheapest at around €5-8.
What's the best time to fly to Venice to avoid crowds?
Visit between November and March (except Christmas/New Year) or in early September for fewer tourists and better prices, since Venice gets extremely crowded during summer and spring holidays.
How many destinations can I reach with direct flights from Venice?
Marco Polo Airport offers 95 direct destinations across Europe and beyond, giving you plenty of options to explore other cities without connections.
Do I need a visa to enter Italy through Venice?
If you're from the EU, US, Canada, Australia, or most other developed nations, you don't need a visa for stays under 90 days—just a valid passport, though it's always smart to check current requirements before traveling.
What's a useful tip for getting through Marco Polo Airport smoothly?
Arrive at least 2.5 hours early for international flights and download your boarding pass beforehand, as the airport can get congested during peak hours and having everything ready saves time.
Is flying into Venice expensive compared to nearby airports?
Venice can be pricier than flying into Milan or Bologna, so comparing fares across northern Italian airports and factoring in ground transportation costs might save you money overall.
Plan your trip from Venice
Browse the complete list of 95 destinations below to find your next flight from Venice Marco Polo Airport. Each route page includes distance, estimated flight time, and airline information to help you plan your trip.