Seville Airport (SVQ) sits about 10 km north-east of the historic city centre. There is no metro or train link, but the dedicated EA Aerobus runs a frequent, cheap service along the airport road and into the heart of the city in around 35 minutes. Taxis are plentiful and straightforward, and rental cars are a good option if you plan to explore Andalusia beyond the city.
EA Aerobus: the main public transport link
The EA Aerobus — officially route EA operated by Tussam, Seville's municipal bus company — is the standard, well-established way to travel between the airport and city centre by public transport. Buses depart from the arrivals area outside the terminal and run into central Seville along a fixed route with several stops, ending at Prado de San Sebastián, the main bus station and public transport hub on the south side of the historic centre.
Key stops en route include the Santa Justa high-speed rail station — useful if you are continuing by AVE to Madrid or Córdoba — and several stops closer to the historic quarter. The full journey from the airport to Prado de San Sebastián takes around 30–40 minutes depending on traffic; the stop at Santa Justa comes a few minutes earlier, at roughly 20–25 minutes.
Services run from early morning until late at night, typically every 30 minutes, though this can vary by time of day and season. Fares are among the cheapest airport bus options in Spain — buy tickets on board from the driver or at machines at the airport bus stop, and keep your ticket for the entire journey.
Tip: If you are connecting to an AVE train from Santa Justa, allow time for the airport bus, check-in, and the walk to your platform. High-speed trains to Madrid typically require passengers to arrive at the station with enough time for bag checks — allow at least 15–20 minutes buffer at the station beyond your arrival on the bus.
Tussam city bus
In addition to the EA Aerobus, regular Tussam city bus routes serve the airport area and connect to other parts of Seville not on the EA route. These are local buses — slower and with more stops — but they use the same ticket system and can be useful if you are staying in a district the EA does not pass through. Journey times into the city are longer, typically 45–60 minutes or more depending on your destination.
Taxi
Taxis are easy to find at all hours outside the arrivals hall, and Seville's taxi drivers are generally reliable and use metered fares. The drive to central Seville takes 15–25 minutes in light traffic, though the SE-30 ring road and the approach to the historic quarter can be congested during the day — particularly around the city's narrow old streets, which are challenging to navigate even by taxi.
There is a fixed airport supplement added to the meter at the start of the trip, which is normal and official. The total fare to the centre is typically a reasonable fixed range, and you can ask the driver beforehand or check the official tariff displayed in the cab. For groups of three or four, a taxi is not much more expensive than the Aerobus and considerably more convenient with luggage.
Licensed taxis in Seville are white. Use the official rank rather than approaching drivers who tout inside the terminal building.
Rideshare apps
App-based services such as Uber and Cabify operate in Seville. They pick up from designated spots near the terminal, sometimes a short walk from the taxi rank. The fare is shown in the app before you confirm, which removes uncertainty. Both services are legal and commonly used in Seville.
Rental car
Car hire desks are in the terminal building. A hire car is particularly useful in this part of Spain — the villages of the Sierra Norte, the sherry towns around Jerez, the Doñana National Park and the coast at Huelva are all within comfortable day-trip range from Seville but awkward to reach by public transport. The motorway system from the airport is well signed and straightforward to navigate out of the city.
Within Seville itself, a car is a liability. The historic centre is pedestrianised or heavily restricted, parking is scarce and expensive, and the streets in the Barrio Santa Cruz and Triana are barely wide enough for a single vehicle. If you only plan to spend time in the city, leave the car at the airport — or take the bus in and rent a car later for day-trips.
The absence of a metro link
Seville does have a metro system (Line 1), but the airport is not currently connected to it. The metro serves the west and south of the city well — if your hotel is near a metro station, you could take the EA Aerobus to Prado de San Sebastián and then continue on the bus, tram or on foot; but the metro itself does not run to the airport.
Continuing your journey from Seville
If you are using Seville as a gateway to wider Spain or southern Europe, Santa Justa station is excellent for onward travel. AVE high-speed trains connect Seville to Madrid in around 2.5 hours, and from Madrid the network fans out across the country. For Andalusia by rail, regional trains reach Málaga, Granada, Cádiz and Córdoba. The Viamo routes section covers a variety of European journeys if you are planning a longer itinerary.
Getting back to the airport
The EA Aerobus from Prado de San Sebastián is reliable and unaffected by the congestion in the historic quarter, since the route exits from the bus station and takes the main road. For return journeys, allow at least 45 minutes from city centre to airport, plus terminal time. Seville Airport mainly handles short-haul European and domestic flights; the standard advice is to arrive 90 minutes before your flight.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a train or metro from Seville Airport to the city centre?
No. Seville Airport has no direct rail or metro connection to the city centre. The EA Aerobus is the standard public transport link, supplemented by taxis and rideshare apps.
How long does the EA Aerobus take from Seville Airport?
Around 30–40 minutes to Prado de San Sebastián, the main terminus in the city centre. The stop at Santa Justa rail station comes after roughly 20–25 minutes.
How often does the EA Aerobus run?
Roughly every 30 minutes from early morning to late night, though exact frequency can vary by season and time of day. Check the current timetable on the Tussam website or at the airport stop.
Can I use an app to get a taxi or rideshare from Seville Airport?
Yes. Uber and Cabify both operate in Seville and can be used to book from the airport. Licensed white taxis are also available from the official rank outside arrivals at any hour.
Sources and further reading:
- EA Aerobus routes and timetables: Tussam (Transporte Urbano de Sevilla).
- Airport transport information: Aena (Seville Airport, SVQ).