Rome–Fiumicino Airport – flight delay
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Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport is an international airport in the largest city in and the capital of Italy. It is situated approximately 35 km away from downtown and had a passenger volume of more than 43.5 million in 2019. The airport is the hub for Alitalia, Alitalia CityLiner, and Vueling. It is also the base for Neos, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Ryanair and others.
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Departures (flight irregularity)
Fiumicino (FCO) Airport Minimum Connection Time
It is essential to be aware of the Minimum Connection Time (MCT) in an airport when the route has a connecting flight. It's advisable to look this up before booking a flight ticket. The MCT is also important if the air traveller is claiming for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT in Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport for connecting flights.
- Between domestic flights: 35 min.
- Between domestic and international flights: 40 min.
- Between international flights: 40 min.
Rome Fiumicino Airport terminals
Terminals are the sectors or totally separate buildings in airports through which passengers can transfer between transport on the ground and the places for boarding or disembarking from the plane. It is essential to confirm the terminal prior to getting to the airport when you depart or have a transfer to another flight, as terminals in larger airports may be far from each other and travellers often need more time to get to the correct one. In Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport there are 5 Terminals.
Terminal 1 – used by SkyTeam airlines
Terminal 2 – Schengen and non-Schengen fights and domestic flights by easyJet, Wizz Air, Blue Air, Sun Express, Air Moldova, and Meridiana
Terminal 3 – the largest terminal; used by most airlines
Terminal 4 – Schengen and non-Schengen fights, domestic flights
Terminal 5 – flights to the United States and Israel
Getting from Fiumicino Airport to Rome
When it’s your first time travelling to a destination, it may be a challenge to know the best way to reach the city centre. It is not always possible to take public transportation right at the airport and taxis can be costly. It's advisable to consider all the transport alternatives before travelling so you can schedule your trip appropriately.
Fiumicino Airport train
- FL1
Direction: Piramide
Fiumicino Airport bus
- Leonardo Express
Direction: Rome
Travel time (approx.): 32 min. to the main railway station
Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 14 EUR, child single ticket starts from 14 EUR - Terravision
Direction: Rome
Travel time (approx.): 55 min.
Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 5.80 EUR, child single ticket starts from 5.80 EUR
Fiumicino Airport taxi
- Pick up point: outside the Terminals
Travel time (approx.): 40 min. to the city centre
Approximate price: 48 EUR
Where to rest in Fiumicino Airport
Sometimes passengers face long waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers or a delayed flight until the next day. When this happens, it is good for travellers to be familiar with where they can rest and pass their time between flights.
Fiumicino Airport lounges
Lounges are facilities in the airport which provide passengers with services - for example food, drinks, relaxation zones, free WIFI and showers, so that travellers can wait in comfort.
- Plaza Premium Lounge
Location: Terminal 3, after security
Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
Price: 42 EUR - Casa Alitalia Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, near check-in; Terminal 3, areas D and E
Opening hours: Terminal 1: 05:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily; Terminal 3: acc. to Alitalia flights
Price: 45 EUR
Hotels near Fiumicino Airport
When your next flight leaves the following morning, or the lounges aren’t comfortable enough, the next alternative might be a nearby hotel. Various airports have hotels inside the airport, while in others you might need to leave the airport vicinity to reach the closest one. We have chosen the most comfortable options for you in case you choose to stay in a hotel between flights.
- Hilton Garden Inn Rome Airport Hotel
Price: from 77 EUR per night
Address: Via Vittorio Bragadin, 2, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy
Contact: +39 066 525 9000 - Best Western Hotel Rome Airport Hotel
Price: from 61 EUR per night
Address: Via Portuense, 2465, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy
Contact: +39 066 507 221
Rome-Fiumicino Airport restaurants
Feeling hungry or thirsty when travelling is the last thing you want. Whatever you’re in need of, whether it’s a snack for the plane, a place for coffee before an early flight, or a spot to relax and sit down during a layover, we have a selection of alternatives to suit your needs.
- Mokà Bagel Factory
Description: American bagel sandwiches
Location: Terminal 3 - Spizzico
Description: pizza & burgers
Location: between Gates C08-C16
Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily - Mokà Algida
Description: coffee & pastries
Location: Gate 7
Where to shop in Leonardo da Vinci Airport
If you’re that type of traveller who typically leaves your holiday souvenir shopping to the last minute, or simply need to kill some time before your flight, then it’s a good idea to visit the airport shops. To find the best shops for your needs, check out the guide below.
- Aelia
Description: Duty Free
Location: Terminal 3
Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily - Ferrari
Description: Ferrari merch
Location: Terminal 3
Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 09:00 PM, daily
Fiumicino Airport (FCO) car rental
Some destinations are worth seeing by car, or it might be essential for your trip to travel by car. The list below will help you to choose the right car rental company for your journey.
Other services in Fiumicino Airport you might need
- Smoking Lounges
Location: several locations in Terminal 1 and 3
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