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Scafati

town · Italy

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Overview

Scafati is a town in Italy, set on or near the coast.

Its population is roughly 49,000 and it lies on the coast, close to sea level.

On the map it sits in Europe, in the northern hemisphere.

Naples International Airport (NAP) is the closest airport, roughly 25 km away.

Key facts

CountryItaly
Population48,702
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Elevation12 m
Nearest airportNaples International Airport (NAP), 25 km
CurrencyEUR

Where Scafati is

Scafati sits on the coast in Italy, in the northern part of Europe.

Naples lies about 25 km to the north-west, Salerno lies about 24 km to the south-east and Battipaglia lies about 41 km to the south-east.

Getting there

The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Naples International Airport (NAP), roughly 25 km away.

Alternative gateways include Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport (QSR, 35 km); Foggia Gino Lisa Airport (FOG, 112 km).

Being on the coast, it can also be reached by sea, and it is a natural stop on a coastal or island route.

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Getting around

It is small enough to walk end to end; a car or taxi helps for anything beyond the centre.

Best time to visit

The climate here is broadly temperate (northern hemisphere): four clear seasons, with warm summers and cool-to-cold winters.

For most visitors the shoulder seasons — roughly April to June and September to October — offer warm-enough weather without the peak-summer crowds, while high summer (June to August) is busiest.

The coast keeps things a touch milder and sea temperatures usable later into the season.

Reasons to visit

A few reasons Scafati is worth your time: a coastal setting, with the sea close at hand; a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through NAP.

Day trips & nearby

For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: Naples (25 km to the north-west); Salerno (24 km to the south-east); Battipaglia (41 km to the south-east); Castellammare di Stabia (8 km to the south-west); Cava Dè Tirreni (16 km to the south-east).

Good to know

The currency is the EUR (Euro).

The main languages spoken are Italian, German, French.

Clocks run on Europe/Rome time.

Traffic drives on the right.

How long to stay

For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.

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Where to stay in Scafati

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Common questions

What is the nearest airport to Scafati?
Naples International Airport (NAP) is the closest airport, about 25 km away.
When is the best time to visit Scafati?
Late spring to early autumn is usually the most reliable window.
What is near Scafati?
Naples is one of the closest places, about 25 km away, with others within day-trip range.
Which country is Scafati in?
Scafati is in Italy.

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Sources & method

Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.