Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)

Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) services over 13 million passengers every year despite only having one terminal building. It’s a dynamic airport with plenty of shops, restaurants, and facilities for the modern traveller. As the nearest airport to Venice, Italy, the airport welcomes multiple international airlines like British Airways, easyJet, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa.

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Venice Airport Services

Accessibility for Travellers with Disabilities

Accessibility for Travellers with Disabilities

Venice Marco Polo Airport follows European Commission Regulations for disabled passengers, ensuring that you’re fully catered for whether you have reduced mobility, a hidden disability, or require any other assistance. 

Facilities include:

  • Free disabled parking
  • Private lounge dedicated to disabled passengers
  • Wheelchairs of variable height
  • Minivans for boarding and disembarking aircraft
  • Audio amplification tools 

For those with hidden disabilities, Venice Airport is part of the Sunflower Lanyard programme, which allows you to discreetly signal to airport staff that you may need extra support while navigating through the airport.

To book special assistance at Venice Airport, it’s best to contact your airline at least 48 hours before you travel. That way, everything will be organised before you arrive. There are also special assistance call spots at each of the car parks, and two within the terminal building.

Fast Track Venice Airport

Fast Track Venice Airport

Baggage Services

Baggage Services

Venice Airport lounges

Venice Airport lounges

Free Venice Airport WiFi

Free Venice Airport WiFi

Venice Airport Parking

Venice Marco Polo Airport offers six car parks. Most allow the first 10 minutes of parking completely for free. If you require more time than that, it’s important to pre-book your Venice Airport parking before you arrive to ensure the best rates. Here’s a quick guide on what you can expect.

Short-term parking

First 20 minutes are free.

1 minute walk to the terminal building.

Prices start at €6 per hour.

Long-term parking

First 10 minutes are free.

5 available car parks including covered and uncovered options. 

The furthest car park from the terminal (P6) is 5 minutes from terminal building.

*Ideal for stays longer than 3 days.

Disabled parking

Disabled airport parking at Venice Airport is available at the short-stay and P1 car parks.

Locate the assistance call spot at the car park to secure your parking badge.

Drop Off and Pick Up

The Venice Airport Meet and Greet section is located in the short-stay car park, in front of the main terminal building.

Prices start at €3.50 for 40 minutes.

Venice Airport – Live Arrivals

Venice Airport – Live Departures

Terminal Information

Venice M Polo Airport has one terminal building split over three floors – Ground Floor, Level 1 and Level 2.

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Terminal 1

Terminal 1

Terminal Information

Transportation options from and to Venice Airport

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By Boat

Take a water taxi from the docks at Venice Airport for a unique 35 minute journey to the city.

*Departure on request at the docks, though delays are common.

By Bus

Take Bus 5 from outside Venice Airport to the city centre. The journey should take 25 minutes.

*Departure every 15 minutes.

By Taxi

Get a Venice taxi from the taxi stand outside the Arrivals Hall and arrive in 20 minutes.

For a guaranteed fully personalised service with zero wait times, you can book a private Venice airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.

By Car

Drive to Venice city centre in 25 minutes.

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

More connections from Venice Airport

Buses and coaches

The bus terminal at Venice Marco Polo Airport is located outside of the Arrivals Hall, between exit 1 and 2. 

Bus 5 to the city centre is available between 04:00 and 01:00 every day. You can purchase tickets from the ACTV website.

You can also take coaches to nearby destinations like Padua, Portogruaro, and various Alpine resorts from the following operators:

www.cortinaexpress.it

hwww.fsbusitaliaveneto.it

Water taxis

Taxis and private transfers

Venice Airport – Nearby Hotels

Looking for hotels near Marco Polo Airport? Here are some great options.
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ZzzleepandGo Venice Airport VCE

Located within Venice Airport.
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Annia Park Hotel Venice Airport

3 minute shuttle ride to the airport.
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Torre Antica Venice Airport Hotel

8 minute walk to the airport.
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CourtyardMarriott Venice Airport

8 minute walk to the airport.
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BELLA ONDA Venice Airport bed and breakfast

11 minute walk to the airport.
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Best Western Titian Inn Hotel Venice Airport

3 minute taxi ride to the airport.
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Practical Information

Opening Hours

Venice Marco Polo Airport: 04:00-00:00

Venice Airport Shops: 06:00-00:00

Venice Airport Food and Drink: 04:00-20:00

Recommended Arrival Times

International Flights: 3 hours 

European Flights: 2 hours 

Domestic Flights: 1.5 hours

Airport Codes

Venice Airport code: VCE

IACO code: LIPZ

Contact Information

General information: +39 (041) 260 6111 

Airport email: Online form

Lost property: Lost baggage and property contacts

Venice Airport map

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Marco Polo Airport?

Marco Polo Airport (Venice) is located 8 km away from Venice city centre. By taxi, the journey takes around 20 minutes.

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