Der Flughafen Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino, allgemein als Fiumicino bekannt, ist der größte Flughafen Italiens und der Hauptflughafen Roms. Er liegt in Fiumicino, etwa 30 Kilometer südwestlich des Stadtzentrums, an der Tyrrhenischen Küste. FCO fertigt über 40 Millionen Passagiere jährlich über vier Terminals ab. Terminal 1 bedient inländische und europäische Flüge, während Terminal 3 den internationalen Langstreckenverkehr abwickelt. Der Flughafen ist das Hauptdrehkreuz von ITA Airways, der italienischen Nationalfluggesellschaft. Der Leonardo Express-Zug verbindet den Flughafen in 32 Minuten mit der Roma Termini-Station. FCO verfügt über vier Start- und Landebahnen und bietet umfangreiche Verbindungen zu Zielen in Europa, Nordafrika, dem Nahen Osten, Nordamerika und Asien. Der Flughafen dient als Tor zu einer der meistbesuchten Städte der Welt.

Aviation Terms

Flugplatzbeleuchtung (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Flughafenkategorie (Airport Category) Flughafenhöhe (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Flughafenfeuerwache (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Flughafenlounge (Airport Lounge) Flughafen-Referenzpunkt (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Schürze (Apron) Automatisierte Passkontrolle (APC: Automated Passport Control)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Rome Fiumicino Airport to the city center?

The Leonardo Express train runs non-stop from Fiumicino to Roma Termini station in 32 minutes, costing EUR 14. Trenitalia regional trains (FL1 line) to Trastevere and Tiburtina stations take about 30-40 minutes and cost EUR 8. SIT and Terravision shuttle buses to Termini station cost EUR 7 and take 50-70 minutes depending on traffic.

How many terminals does Rome Fiumicino Airport have?

FCO has four terminals: Terminal 1 (domestic and Schengen flights), Terminal 2 (currently closed for renovation), Terminal 3 (main international terminal), and Terminal 5 (US and Israeli flights with enhanced security). Terminals 1 and 3 are connected by walkways. A shuttle bus serves Terminal 5, which is located in a separate building.

Which airlines have a hub at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

ITA Airways (successor to Alitalia) operates its hub from Terminal 1, with connections to major European and intercontinental destinations. ITA joined the SkyTeam alliance. Ryanair and Wizz Air also have significant operations at FCO. The airport is Italy's busiest, handling over 40 million passengers annually.

What is the difference between Fiumicino and Ciampino airports in Rome?

Fiumicino (FCO) is Rome's primary international airport, located 30 km southwest of the city center, handling full-service and major carriers. Ciampino (CIA) is a smaller airport 15 km southeast of the center, mainly used by some low-cost carriers like Ryanair for select routes. Fiumicino has direct rail links while Ciampino relies on buses to reach the city.

Is there free Wi-Fi at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

Yes, FCO offers free Wi-Fi throughout all terminals. The network requires a brief registration via email or phone number. The first period is unlimited and speeds are generally sufficient for browsing and email. Charging stations are available in all terminals near the gate areas.