FCO - Rome Fiumicino
- Airport Guy
- May 9, 2024
- 6 min read
Updated: May 11, 2024
The larger of Rome's two airports, and also named Leonardo da Vinci, this is the largest in Italy and gateway to the Eternal City. It saw 40 million passengers in 2023 and its website is www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en

Parking
There are car parks at each terminal.
Terminal 1 - Parking A - in front of the terminal, covered except top floor, a short walk to the terminal, dedicated area for motorcycles
Terminal 1 - Parking B - in front of the terminal, covered except top floor, a short walk to the terminal (closest to T1), dedicated floor for electric vehicles, dedicated Executive area
Terminal 3 - Parking C - in front of the terminal, covered except top floor, a short walk to the terminal
Terminal 3 - Parking D - in front of the terminal, covered except top floor, a short walk to the terminal (closest to T1), dedicated Executive area
In addition you will find the following.
Long Stay - five minute shuttle to the terminal, every five minutes (every fifteen minutes 0100-0500), stops are Lunga Sosta car park, Arrivals T1 Stop P8 and Arrivals T3 Stop P9. Covered section and cheaper uncovered section.
You can find an online booking tool here easyparking.adr.it/bolfrontend/webcenter/portal/easyparking/
Drop Off
There is a Kiss & Go area. This allows up to fifteen minutes free in front of Terminal 1 or 3. There is a second area called Kiss & Go Departures T1 which is free for forty-five minutes.
There is also a free hour available for electric vehicles that charge at the Atlante columns.
Security
You can find some further information here https://www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-cheks
If using the Executive parking you will get priority access.
There is a Fast Track available at €7. There is also a QPass scheme allowing you to book a timed slot for free.
Although more part of check-in, it is possible to check your bags at the train station with ITA Airways (all routes except USA and Israel). 0800-1400, online check-in required.
Restaurants and Bars
There are a number of restaurants at the airport.
Terminal 1 - Caffe Napoli, Caffe Vergnano, Cioccolati Italiani, Delice Maison, Rossopomodor
Terminal 1 Boarding A - Alemagna, Berlucchi, Caffe Kimbo, Culto, Deli & Cia, Doppio Malta, Eataly, Farinella, Illy, KFC, Motta/Viva, Natoo, Panella, Puro Gusto Viva, Rinaldini, Sophia Loren, Temakinho, Venchi
Terminal 3 - Bonci, Caffe Napoli, Eataly, Natoo, Palma's by Temakinho, Panella, Sal de Riso, Semplicemente Roma
Terminal 3 Boarding E - 12oz, Ajisen Ramen, Beercode, Bistro by Mastercard, Bottega Prosecco Bat & Restaurant, Caffe Kimbo,Caffe Vergnano, Chef Market, Costa, Farinella, Illy, La Fucina, Passagio Roma, Venchi, Viva
Shops
There are a number of shops at the airports and further details can be found here www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/shopping
Terminal 1 - Farmacie Italiane
Terminal 1 Boarding A - Accessorize, Aelia Duty Free, Boggi, Bookstore, Borsalino, Bottega Veneta, Bufala di Fattorie Garofalo, Bulgari, Camicissima, Citta del Sole, Coccinelle, Desigual, Dolce & Gabbanam, Eataly, Espadrilles, Fabriano Boutique, Furla, Gallo, Golden Goose, Gucci, Hudson News, Just Design, Max Mara Weekend, Moncler, My Family, Nooe, Ottica Vasari, Pinko, Piquadro, Relay, Salvatore Ferragamo, Suns Boards, The Bridge, The Place Roma, Twinset, Vestopazzo, Victoria's Secret, Vilebrequin
Terminal 3 - Farmacie Italiane
Terminal 3 Boarding E - Aelia Duty Free, Bongustare Market, Borsalino, Bottega Veneta, Brunello Cucinelli, Bulgari, Burberry, Damiani, Diesel, Fendi, Ferrari, Golden Goose, Gucci, Hermes, Hour Passion, Louis Vuitton, Max Mara, Moncler, Omega, Pandora, Parafarmacia, Piquadro, Piquadro Lancel, Prada, Relay, Rolex, Saint Laurent, Swarovski, Swatch, The Fashion Place, The Bookshop by WH Smith, Tod's, United Colours of Benetton, Valentino, Vilebrequin, Yamamay
The airport offers Pick Up On Return.
Lounges
There are a few choices at the airport.
Terminal 1 Boarding A - Plaza Premium, 0430-2200, €26
Terminal 3 Boarding E - Plaza Premium, 0500-2200, €30
Pre-Departures - Hello Sky, 0600-2200, €25
Assistance
It is recommended that you make contact with your airline or tour operator 48 hours before travel. Details of the assistance available can be found here
Hotels
There are some options at the airport.
Hilton Rome Airport, ten minute walk to the terminals
Hilton Garden Inn Airport free shuttle from Terminal 3 A8 Arrivals, every fifteen minutes
Close to the airport you will find
QC Termeroma
Best Western
E H Rome Airport
Hotel Fly Deco (shuttle from stand 2)
Hotel Mercure (shuttle from stand 1)
Holiday Inn (shuttle from stand 4)
Hello Sky (see Lounges) is also available for short stays.
For more on hotels near the airport just click the image below.
Shuttles
Details for the long-stay car park are in the Parking section above.
There is a shuttle that goes to the Hilton Garden Inn from Terminal 3 A8 Arrivals, every fifteen minutes.
Immigration
For any information about visas for Italy you should only refer to the official government information to ensure you are checking the most up to date information www.esteri.it/en/sportello_info/domandefrequenti/sezione_visti_entrare_in_italia/
Reclaim
In the reclaim area check the boards for which carousel you need to attend. Should luggage go astray you can visit the service desk where you can complete a PIR (Property Irregularity Report).
Customs
For any information about bringing things into Italy you should only refer to the official government information www.adm.gov.it/portale/en/-/faq-dogane-accise
Taxis
These are available at both Terminals in the arrivals area. Authorised taxis are white and will have a TAXI sign on the roof. The area emblem is on the front doors and the licence number is on the front doors, back, and inside.
Fares are set by the local area and are currently as follows.
Rome city (within the Aurelian walls) €50
Magliana - Parco dei Medici €31
New Rome Fair €26
Ciampino airport €52
Tiburtina station €57
Ostiense station €47
Civitavechhia Porto €125 (cruise port)
Any fare from the airport to a place within Grande Raccordo Anulare cannot exceed €73.
Buses and Coaches
There are a few bus options.
Cotral - stops at Terminal 1 Arrivals, heads to main underground stations such as Tiburtina, Cornelia, Magliana and Ostia. Change at Magliana for a train to Termini. Tickets can be bought at authorised shops (e.g. newsagents) or on the bus for an extra charge. Typical fare is €2.80 to Magliana.
Schiaffini Airport Bus - stops at Exit 6 Terminal 3 Arrivals stand 15, heads to Termini. Tickets can be bought at the T3 ticket office or on the bus. €5.90 single.
SIT Bus Shuttle - stops at Exit 6 Terminal 3 Arrivals stand 12, heads to Vatican, Aurelia and Termini. Tickets online or on the bus. €7 single.
TAM Bus - stops at Exit 6 Terminal 3 Arrivals stand 13, heads to Ostiense and Termini. Tickets online, at the T3 ticket office or on the bus. €7 flexible single, €6 fixed time single (€12 flexible and €11 fixed for returns).
Terravision - stops at Exit 6 Terminal 3 Arrivals stand 14, heads to Termini. Tickets online, at the T3 ticket office or on the bus. €6 single.
You will also find longer journey coaches such as from the following.
Clikbus (Pescara
Pronto Bus (Pescara)
Flix Bus (Ancona, Maglie, Foggia, Taranto, Bergamo)
FCO Express (Naples)
Express Bus (Salerno)
Sulga (Perugia)
Rail and Trams
There are two services into the city.
Leonardo Express - non-stop to Termini, thirty-two minutes, every fifteen minutes, 0520-2235 from the city, 0608-2323 from the airport, €14
FL1 Regional - various stops, about fifty-one minutes, every fifteen minutes weekdays, every thirty minutes weekends and holidays, €8 with a change at Trastevere
For any rail bookings, we recommend Trainline. Just click the logo below.
Routes
No details on the airport site.
As the largest airport in the country and serving the capital city, it has a broad mix of domestic and international flights to short and long-haul destinations.
Maps
A comprehensive set of maps for all areas can be found here www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-airport-map
Terminal Transfer
There is a direct walking route between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3.
Car Hire
The car rental desks are within Office Tower 2. Companies available are as follows, with a note as to their car area.
Autovia - Parking Building B 4th Floor
Avis/Budget - Parking Building A 2nd Floor
Europcar - Parking Building B 3rd Floor
Gold Car - Parking Building B 4th Floor
Hertz/Thrifty/Dollar - Parking Building A 1st Floor
Italy Car Rent - Parking Building C 4th Floor
Drivalia - Parking Building B 3rd Floor
Locauto/Enterprise/National/Alamo - Parking Building C 3rd Floor
Maggiore - Parking Building A 2nd Floor
Noleggiare - Parking Building C 5th Floor
OK Mobility - Parking Building A Ground Floor
Rent4u - Parking Building C 4th Floor
Rental Plus - Parking Building C 4th Floor
Sicily by Car/Auto Europa - Parking Building C 4th Floor
Sixt - Parking Building B 4th Floor
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