Airport · FCO
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport
Rome, Italy

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Transport
Getting To & From Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport
Travel to and from Rome Fiumicino (FCO) is anchored by several reliable transport options. The Leonardo Express train runs non-stop between the airport station and Roma Termini station in roughly 32 minutes, operating every 15 to 30 minutes with a standard one-way fare of €14. Alternatively, the FL1 regional commuter train stops at major railway hubs like Roma Tiburtina, Ostiense, and Trastevere for an 8 euro fare. Road transit includes multiple shuttle bus services (such as SIT Bus Shuttle, Terravision, and TAM) connecting to Termini and Vatican stops for about €7 to €8. Official airport taxis maintain a fixed fare of €55 for journeys between FCO and the central city area (within the Aurelian Walls) for up to four passengers with luggage.
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Terminals & Getting Around
Terminals
Rome Fiumicino operates primarily through two active passenger facilities: Terminal 1, which handles domestic flights and Schengen-area European traffic, and Terminal 3, which manages intercontinental and non-Schengen international departures. Terminals are linked by pedestrian walkways equipped with moving corridors and clear directional signage, making inter-terminal transfers straightforward on foot within 5 to 10 minutes.
Hours of Operation
Fiumicino Airport operates 24 hours a day. While basic terminal services and seating remain accessible overnight, security checkpoints generally restrict airside access until early morning departure banks open.
Know Before You Go
Practical Tips
- Use the airport's free QPass service to reserve a specific time slot for security screening, which bypasses standard queues during peak departure hours.
- Allow at least two hours for Schengen departures and three hours for non-Schengen or intercontinental flights due to mandatory passport controls.
- When taking a taxi from the official terminal rank, ensure the driver honors the legally mandated flat rate of €55 to central Rome before departing.
- Verify your specific terminal assignment online prior to arrival, as airline operational shifts between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 occur periodically.
Comfort
Lounges
Rome-Fiumicino (FCO) features a well-developed network of lounges across its primary terminal buildings, catering to both Schengen and non-Schengen passengers. In Terminal 1 (Schengen Area), independent and contract options include the Plaza Premium Lounge, the Prima Vista Lounge (operated by Aviapartner), and the Primeclass Lounge, all positioned airside. Terminal 1 also houses Europe's first Plaza Premium First lounge near gates A31–A52, offering enhanced à la carte dining and premium wine selections. In Terminal 3 (Non-Schengen/International Area), travellers can access the Plaza Premium Lounge and the Prima Vista Portus Lounge near boarding area E51–E61. Most of these independent spaces accept major paid-access networks like Priority Pass alongside airline business-class patrons. Additionally, major carriers maintain proprietary spaces, including the flagship ITA Airways Lounges (such as the Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Venezia lounges) strategically positioned to serve its hub operations.
Staying Online
Wi-Fi & Charging
Airport-wide internet connectivity at FCO is provided via the complimentary AIRPORT FREE WIFI network, which offers unrestricted, unlimited online access throughout the check-in halls, security screening zones, and boarding piers without arbitrary time caps. While signal strength is generally reliable across major walkways, speed can fluctuate during peak afternoon bank departures. Public mobile charging infrastructure is supplemented by a network of automated free powerbank rental stations deployed across 28 locations, including the entire E Commercial Gallery and major gate corridors (E1 through E61), allowing passengers to borrow portable chargers against a credit card guarantee before returning them prior to departure. Traditional fixed electrical sockets built directly into seating rows remain somewhat sparse, making the powerbank kiosks an essential utility for stranded devices.
Eat & Drink
Food & Dining
Fiumicino has largely moved away from generic, uninspired airport food stalls, transforming its terminals into showcases for Italian and regional gastronomy. Major anchors include a massive outpost of Eataly in Boarding Area E, where travellers can sit down for authentic Neapolitan pizza, fresh pasta, and curated Italian wine pairings. Casual Italian street food staples are represented by All'Antico Vinaio in Boarding Area A, famed for its schiacciata bread sandwiches, alongside Pasticceria Sal De Riso and multiple espresso bars like Caffè Kimbo and Illy. Travellers looking for a sit-down celebrity-backed concept will find upscale options like the Sophia Loren Restaurant, while international fast-service alternatives such as KFC are stationed primarily in Terminal 1.
Driving In
Parking
Operated under the easy Parking brand by Aeroporti di Roma, FCO offers over 19,000 parking bays divided into distinct structural tiers. Short-stay options include multi-storey multi-level structures (Terminals A-B-C-D) located directly opposite the check-in areas, where short-term rates rise by the hour; check the ADR tariff for current prices. Premium Executive car parks feature covered, direct video-surveillanced walkways into the terminals bundled with Fast Track security vouchers. For budget travellers, the Lunga Sosta (Long-Stay) facility provides thousands of covered and uncovered stalls along the Rome-Fiumicino motorway, linked directly to Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 arrivals via a complimentary parking shuttle (every 5 minutes by day, less often overnight).
Staying Nearby
Nearby Hotels
The only hotel physically connected to the terminal infrastructure via a covered pedestrian footbridge equipped with moving walkways is the upscale Hilton Rome Airport, making it the premier choice for absolute walking-distance convenience. For properties located just beyond the immediate terminal perimeter, the Hilton Garden Inn Rome Airport is a few kilometres from the terminals and is reached by the hotel's free shuttle (check the pick-up point and times with the hotel). Alternatively, a cluster of independent and chain properties such as the Best Western Hotel Rome Airport and Hotel Tiber operate in the nearby town and harbor of Fiumicino, accessible via private hotel shuttles or local taxi transfers within 5 to 10 minutes.
Sources: Aeroporti di Roma (ADR), Trenitalia Official Site, Priority Pass Lounges at Rome FCO, Aeroporti di Roma (ADR) Wi-Fi & Services, Autogrill FCO Dining Guide