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iata: FCO
name: Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport
city: Rome
country: Italy
lastUpdated: '2026-08-27'
officialWebsite: 'https://www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en'
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/
quickFacts:
  - >-
    Two main terminals (T1 Schengen/domestic, T3 international) connected
    airside and landside
  - ITA Airways hub with Star Alliance and oneworld presence
  - QPass free security slot booking available
  - >-
    Liquids up to 2L per container with CT scanners (USA/Israel flights still
    100 ml)
  - >-
    Leonardo Express €14 online / €15 at station, 32 min nonstop to Roma Termini
    every 15 min
  - Fixed taxi fare €55 to central Rome (within Aurelian Walls)
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Book QPass 3+ hours ahead
    detail: >-
      Walk-up waits can hit 20-60 min at peaks; slots open 3.5 hours
      pre-departure.
    summary: Reserve free security slot via ADR app or site for dedicated lane.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: Use T3 for most long-haul
    detail: >-
      Check flight status on ADR site—gates can shift between piers E and F in
      T3.
    summary: T1 for Schengen/short-haul; both linked by free shuttle and walkways.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Pre-book table or takeaway
    detail: >-
      Gluten-free and special-diet options listed on official eating page; many
      airside.
    summary: Reserve via ADR site for Italian spots or grab-and-go to skip queues.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Check real-time security
    detail: >-
      Normal operations; occasional rail works affect trains—monitor Trenitalia
      alerts.
    summary: ADR site shows live wait times (often 1 min recently).
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: Prima Vista Lounge
    zone: non-Schengen
    hours: '05:45-22:45'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Day pass
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Long layovers
    summary: Strong food variety and coffee; pre-book Priority Pass to avoid waits.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 3
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Barista
      - Buffet
  - name: Plaza Premium Lounge
    zone: non-Schengen
    hours: '04:30-21:30'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Day pass ~€40
    bestFor:
      - Rest
    summary: >-
      Solid for Priority Pass but can feel crowded; stronger pay-in options
      nearby.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 3
    amenities:
      - Quiet zone
      - Showers
  - name: ITA Airways Lounge
    zone: non-Schengen
    hours: '05:00-23:00'
    access:
      - ITA Business
      - Freccia Alata
    bestFor:
      - Status holders
    summary: >-
      Elegant redesign with quality food; Star Alliance Gold access varies by
      flight.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 3
    amenities:
      - Italian buffet
      - Showers
  - name: British Airways Lounge
    zone: non-Schengen
    hours: '05:00-22:00'
    access:
      - BA Club Europe
      - oneworld Sapphire
    bestFor:
      - Short layovers
    summary: Pleasant and airy; limited capacity so early arrival helps.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 3
    amenities:
      - Hot food
      - Bar
waterOptions:
  - kind: refill
    name: Bathroom sinks with drinkable water
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: Signposted potable taps in multiple restrooms across the terminals.
    location: Near gates A26-27 opposite Carpisa shop
    terminal: Terminal 1
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: purchase
    name: Heinemann duty-free
    zone: airside
    price: €1.50-2.00 for 500ml
    summary: Cheapest bottled option in high-traffic area; stock up before gates.
    location: Departures hall near central security
    terminal: Terminal 3
  - kind: refill
    name: Water refill station
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: Modern station for quick bottle fills; confirmed available in T3 piers.
    location: Near gates E51-E52 beside restrooms
    terminal: Terminal 3
    isBestQuality: true
airportistScore: 7.2
slug: fco
region: Europe
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# Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport (FCO)
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

**7.2 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.0
- Navigation: 7.3
- Food: 7.5
- Transport: 8.0
- Disruption resilience: 6.8

## At a glance

- Passengers: 43M+
- Terminals: 2 main (T1/T3)
- Typical security: 8 min
- On-time: 78%
- Disruption: normal

## 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

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/fco/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/fco/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/fco/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/fco/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/fco/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/fco/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/fco/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/fco/reviews.md)