Modena to Tripoli flights
Tripoli lies 1,322 km (822 mi) south of Modena, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 27 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Modena | Tripoli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Libya |
| Population | 184,732 | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) |
| Nearest large airport | BLQ, 31 km out | MJI, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Tripoli
Crossing from Italy into Libya: money changes from the Euro to the Dinar (LYD); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Schuko, Type L; the dialling code becomes +218; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648833 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648835.
Airports at each end
Leaving Modena
Modena is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), 31 km (19 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,196 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Verona Villafranca Valerio Catullo Airport (VRN, 83 km), Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR, 96 km), Parma Airport (PMF, 53 km), Brescia Gabriele d'Annunzio Airport (VBS, 99 km).
Arriving in Tripoli
Tripoli is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mitiga International Airport (MJI), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitiga International Airport | MJI | 9 km (6 mi) | 11,155 ft | 36 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tripoli from Modena?
1,322 km (822 mi) in a straight line, south of Modena.
How long does it take to get from Modena to Tripoli by air?
About 2 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Modena and Tripoli?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Modena to Tripoli flights?
Typically Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Mitiga International Airport (MJI).
What currency do I need in Tripoli?
The Dinar (LYD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.