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Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

Rome, IT

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Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport

Rome, Italy · Europe

Solid mid-tier European hub with efficient security and good rail links but occasional rail disruptions and variable lounge quality.

Airportist Score

7.3/ 10

Solid

Ease of use7.3
Comfort & amenities7.0
Food & retail7.5
Ground access8.0
Reliability6.8
Lounges7.3

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport

Rome, Italy · Europe

Solid mid-tier European hub with efficient security and good rail links but occasional rail disruptions and variable lounge quality.

Airportist Score

7.3/ 10

Solid

Ease of use7.3
Comfort & amenities7.0
Food & retail7.5
Ground access8.0
Reliability6.8
Lounges7.3

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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Typical security
8 min
editorial average, not live
Fastest to city
32 min
Leonardo Express
Cheapest to city
FL1 Regional
$ · 45-55 min
Lounges
11
On time
78%
of departures
Terminals
2
main (T1/T3)

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Nearby airports

Passenger airports within about 150 km. Scored airports show their Airportist Score so you can weigh a switch.

Compare FCO vs CIA

CIACiampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport
Rome
29 km
QAQL'Aquila–Preturo Airport
L'Aquila
109 km
GRSGrosseto Airport
Grosseto
144 km
PEGPerugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport
Perugia
146 km

CIACiampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport
Rome
7.229 km
QAQL'Aquila–Preturo Airport
L'Aquila
109 km
GRSGrosseto Airport
Grosseto
144 km
PEGPerugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport
Perugia
146 km

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Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Book QPass 3+ hours ahead

Reserve free security slot via ADR app or site for dedicated lane.

Walk-up waits can hit 20-60 min at peaks; slots open 3.5 hours pre-departure.

Terminal

Use T3 for most long-haul

T1 for Schengen/short-haul; both linked by free shuttle and walkways.

Check flight status on ADR site—gates can shift between piers E and F in T3.

Food

Pre-book table or takeaway

Reserve via ADR site for Italian spots or grab-and-go to skip queues.

Gluten-free and special-diet options listed on official eating page; many airside.

Status

Check real-time security

ADR site shows live wait times (often 1 min recently).

Normal operations; occasional rail works affect trains—monitor Trenitalia alerts.

Live conditions

Right now at FCO

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Efficient security with QPass
Direct rail to city center
Varied lounge options for Priority Pass

Watch out for

Weekend rail maintenance delays
Crowded T3 at peak departure times
Variable lounge access for Star Alliance Gold

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

7.3

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.0

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.5

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

8.0

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

6.8

Lounges · 10%

Worth-it density and access quality.

7.3

Key stats

Editorial reference figures, not live readings.

Annual passengers

51.3 million including transit in 2025 (ENAC; 50,872,356 arriving+departing)

Terminals

2 main (T1/T3)

On-time departures

78%

Typical security

8 min

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for FCO.

Updated Sep 17, 2026

Two main terminals (T1 Schengen/domestic, T3 international) connected airside and landside
ITA Airways hub; full Star Alliance member since 1 Apr 2026 (plus oneworld carriers)
ENAC 2025: 50,872,356 arriving+departing passengers; 51.3 million including direct transit
QPass free security slot booking available
Liquids up to 2L per container with CT scanners (USA/Israel flights still 100 ml)
Leonardo Express €14 (Trenitalia Tariffa 1/TER), 32 min nonstop to Roma Termini every 15 min

6 official sources

https://www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en
https://www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-train
https://www.loungepair.com/guides/rome-fiumicino-pay-per-use-lounges-guide/
https://www.pointswithacrew.com/prima-vista-fco-lounge-review-rome-fiumicino-airport-priority-pass/
https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/italy/leonardo-da-vinci-fiumicino
https://www.ita-airways.com/gb/en/flying-ita/at-the-airport/lounges

Full guide

Explore the FCO guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Map
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, the Rome city center, and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
City center1 other airport
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Getting There
4 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Leonardo ExpressCheapest: FL1 Regional
View Getting There
Lounges
11 lounges with access rules, hours, and verdicts.
ITA Airways Piazza di Spagna LoungeITA Airways Piazza Venezia LoungeLufthansa Lounge
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Traveler Tips
Download ADR app for live gate/queue info and QPass booking
11 tips & hacks
View Traveler Tips
Amenities
6 rated amenities — food, Wi-Fi, quiet spots, family, and sleep.
Free Wi-FiQPass security
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Water
Where to refill for free, and where a bottle costs the least airside.
3 spots2 free or refill
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Reviews
Editorial and traveler reviews — what people actually complain about.
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Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Delays reported

Departure delays

Flights are taking off 32m late on average.

Delay range: 32m avg

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Oct 21, 20:38 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.