Sardinia: by plane, car or ferry
Sardinia is one of the most rewarding destinations for a car and ferry trip: daily car ferries run from Livorno and Piombino, and you will want wheels on the island. By air you can reach Olbia, Cagliari and Alghero.
What does a trip to Sardinia 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 season runs from mid May to early October. The sea peaks in August, but so do ferry and accommodation prices. The sweet spot is late June and the first half of September: sea above 24 °C, half the prices and free beaches. For August car ferries, book two months ahead.
| Month | Daily high | Sea | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 23 °C | 19 °C | ~9 |
| June | 29 °C | 23 °C | ~4 |
| July | 33 °C | 26 °C | ~1 |
| August | 33 °C | 27 °C | ~3 |
| September | 28 °C | 24 °C | ~7 |
Averages from the last 8 years (Open-Meteo). The calculator shows your exact week in more detail.
How to get there
By air: Olbia in the north, Cagliari in the south, Alghero in the west. A rental car is close to essential. By car: ferry from Livorno (9 h) or Piombino (6 h) to Olbia, roof boxes and bikes welcome on board. An overnight cabin crossing saves a day of holiday.
Airports
- OLB · Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (Olbia)
- CAG · Cagliari Elmas Airport (Cagliari)
- AHO · Alghero-Fertilia Airport (Alghero)
Car ferries
- Livorno → Olbia about 9 h at sea, car from ~120 € one way
- Janov → Olbia about 11 h at sea, car from ~135 € one way
- Civitavecchia → Olbia about 7 h at sea, car from ~110 € one way
- Janov → Porto Torres about 11 h at sea, car from ~130 € one way
Distance
1,088 km from Prague as the crow flies. The calculator computes the real route, tolls and fuel.
Tip
In summer a car ferry for two often beats two flights with bags plus a rental. The calculator gives you the exact comparison.
Frequently asked questions
When is the sea warmest?
The sea is typically warmest in August, around 27 °C. Daytime air averages 33 °C.
How long is the car ferry?
The shortest route is Civitavecchia → Olbia: about 7 h at sea, car from ~110 € one way. The calculator shows exact prices for a specific day.
Which airports serve it?
Nearest airports: Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (Olbia) (OLB), Cagliari Elmas Airport (Cagliari) (CAG), Alghero-Fertilia Airport (Alghero) (AHO). The calculator compares fares to all of them at once, from Prague and Vienna alike.
Car or plane, which pays off?
For two or more people with luggage the car ferry usually wins, especially if you want to drive around the island. For one or two travelling light, off peak flights tend to be cheaper. The balance shifts week by week in season, so give the calculator a flexible window.