Palermo to Sabha flights
Sabha lies 1,236 km (768 mi) south of Palermo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 20 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.
| Palermo | Sabha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Libya |
| Population | 648,260 | 149,329 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 421 m (1,381 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) |
| Nearest large airport | PMO, 25 km out | SEB, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Sabha
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 Palermo
Palermo is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 10,912-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi (TPS, 80 km).
Arriving in Sabha
Sabha is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sabha Airport (SEB), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,778-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabha Airport (regional) | SEB | 6 km (4 mi) | 11,778 ft | 1,427 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sabha from Palermo?
1,236 km (768 mi) in a straight line, south of Palermo.
How long does it take to get from Palermo to Sabha by air?
About 2 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Palermo and Sabha?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Palermo to Sabha flights?
Typically Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Sabha Airport (SEB).
What currency do I need in Sabha?
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.