Rome Fiumicino airport (FCO)

Rome Fiumicino–Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO), opened on 15 January 1961, is the busiest airport in Italy and one of the main hubs in Europe. It operates domestic and international flights to destinations around the world.

Official Website: adr.it

Telephone: +39 06 65951

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Terminals

The airport has two passenger terminals that operate 24 hours a day and are interconnected by pedestrian walkways.

• Terminal 1: Handles domestic and international flights within the Schengen Area.
• Terminal 3: Handles international flights. It includes a satellite building for flights outside the Schengen Area.

In addition, a free shuttle bus connects the terminals with each other and with the car parks every 5–15 minutes.

Annual Traffic (2024): 49.2 million passengers.

Information Points

You will find several information desks and touchscreen kiosks in both terminals.

 Location

The airport is located in the town of Fiumicino, 30 km (19 miles) southwest of Rome.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Passengers who require special assistance at the airport must notify their airline at least 48 hours in advance. The airport, through its ADR Assistance service, is prepared to provide the necessary support.

The facilities and services available for passengers with reduced mobility or other special needs include:

• Accessible facilities: Tactile pathways, special waiting rooms, adapted toilets, accessible check-in counters, lifts, and reserved parking spaces.
• Escort and transfer service (Care to Fly): This service provides assistance during boarding and disembarkation, as well as escorting and transfer within the airport. For more information, you can visit the ADR Assistance website.
• Assistance for sensory disabilities: Trained staff available to help passengers with visual or hearing impairments.
• Hidden disabilities: The airport participates in the “Sunflower Lanyard” initiative, which allows passengers with hidden (non-visible) disabilities to wear a discreet lanyard to indicate to staff that they may need additional assistance or patience. The sunflower lanyard can be requested free of charge at ADR Assistance information points. For more details, visit the ADR Assistance hidden disabilities section.