Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Rome–Fiumicino International Airport “Leonardo da Vinci” (FCO), commonly known as Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport, is an international airport in Fiumicino serving Rome. It is the busiest airport in Italy and the 10th busiest airport in Europe, and even won ACI Europe’s “Best Airport Award” three years running. With an average of 30 million passengers a year, Rome Airport is an ITA hub and home to popular airlines such as Air Canada, Air Serbia and United Airlines.

Rome Airport Services

QPass

QPass

Dreading the queues at security? Not to worry, Rome Airport offers its passengers a free service that allows you to book a time slot for security, ensuring a faster journey to your gate. Benefits include an appointment time, a reserved entrance and queue, and a dedicated reception.

To take advantage of this service, simply book online in advance or at the airport. You’ll need to enter details such as your flight information, the number of passengers and your email address, before selecting the available time slot of your choice. You’ll then get a QR code which you can use to enter the QPass entrance at security and speed your way through.

Fast Track

Fast Track

Special Assistance

Special Assistance

Rome Airport VIP Lounges

Rome Airport VIP Lounges

Free WiFi

Free WiFi

Parking at Rome Fiumicino Airport

FCO Airport has a variety of different parking options for passengers to choose from. Whether you’re going on a long family holiday, a mini-break, or an extended trip, Rome Airport parking is convenient for all types of travel.

Long Stay (uncovered)

5-minute free shuttle bus

best budget choice.

Long Stay (covered)

5-minute free shuttle bus, with a stop located near your parking space

ideal for long holidays.

Terminal A-B-C-D car parks (covered)

opposite the terminals

ideal for short-stay parking needs such as business trips.

Executive

covered walkway to terminals

secure car park with CCTV

includes extras such as a car wash service.

Parking for the disabled

free of charge

available on every level of the multi-storey Comfort E park, on Level 1 of Multi-storey Comfort B, C, D and on Level 4 of the multi-storey Comfort D park.

Parking for women (covered)

5-minute walk to terminals

for new mothers, pregnant women and women travelling solo.

available in the multi-storey car park Comfort D Level 4.

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Terminal Information

Fiumicino Airport used to comprise of five terminals. Following significant renovation and expansion, the airport now operates with two functional terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Terminal 1 usually operates with domestic and Schengen flights, whilst Terminal 3 accommodates domestic, Schengen and non-Schengen flights. All levels are easily accessible via lift or escalator and there is a free shuttle service connecting the two terminals, taking around 15 minutes. 

Terminal 1

Terminal 1

Terminal Information
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Terminal 3

Terminal 3

Terminal Information

Transportation options to and from the Airport

To and From Rome City Centre

By train

Catch The Leonardo Express to Roma Termini in just 32 minutes.

*Departure every 15 minutes.

By coach

Hop on a private service to Termini Station for 50 minutes.

*Departure every 30-40 minutes.

By taxi

Get a Rome FCO Airport taxi from the ranks to take you anywhere in Rome.

Or, for a more personalised experience, pre-book an airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.

By car

Drive to Rome city centre in 40 minutes.

*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination​ and traffic.

More connections from Rome Fiumicino

Trains

There are various train services connecting Rome Airport to numerous locations across Italy, including Rome city centre, Civitavecchia Port and Florence.

Buses

Taxis and Private Transfers

Hotels at Rome Airport

Maybe you have a layover? Or a flight first thing in the morning? Not to worry, you can take your pick from a selection of Rome hotels near the airport:

Arrival Lounge & Air Rooms HelloSky

(opposite terminals)
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Hotel Hilton Rome Airport

(10-minute walk)
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Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Airport

(10-minute free shuttle)
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Practical Information

Opening Hours

Rome Airport is open 24 hours a day.

Retail stores & Food and Drink: 07:00-22:00 (except for a few food and drink outlets which are open 24/7). 

Rome Airport Lost Property: 07:00-17:00.

Recommended Arrival Times

International Flights: 3 hours 

European Flights: 2 hours

Domestic Flights: 1.5 hours

Airport Codes

Rome Airport code: FCO (IATA)

ICAO code: LIRU

Contact Information

Call Centre: +39 06 65951

Social Media: Facebook, Twitter

Border Police +39 06 65953595

Frequently Asked Questions

How many airports are in Rome?

There are two airports serving Rome; Rome Fiumicino Airport and Ciampino Airport, the latter is mainly used by budget airlines Easyjet and Ryanair.

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