ROME AIRPORT (FCO)

The bus connections offer a lot of options for getting to different parts of Rome and there are even buses which run to Ciampino Airport for those transferring for a connecting flight. There is a direct train right to the centre of the city as well as local trains that will stop at many of the stations in and around Rome. High speed trains will take guests to other major cities in Italy such as Florence, Bologna, Naples, and Venice. There are short and long-term parking facilities which are connected to the airport terminals with pedestrian walkways. Being a huge airport there is a myriad of facilities in both terminals to pass the time while waiting for a flight.

Opened in 1961, Rome Airport originally had two runways but has since expanded over the years and now features four runways handling flights from around the world. ITA Airways, Italy’s national airline, has its hub here and operates many flights from Rome to destinations across the globe.

Rome International Airport serves tens of millions of passengers every year. Rome–Fiumicino International Airport “Leonardo da Vinci,” commonly referred to as Rome Airport, offers first-class facilities for visitors whether they’re arriving or departing. You can enjoy great shops and food and drink while at the airport, as well as a host of other services covering almost anything you might need. When the idea for the airport came about it was decided to name it after Leonardo da Vinci, the legendary Italian who lived from 1452 to 1519. He was considered an expert in many topics including science, sculpture, and more, but the airport is named after him in part because of his famous design from 1480 for a flying device seen as the first ever helicopter design.

Rome Airport has been named Europe’s best airport by ACI World for eight consecutive years. Even if you can’t get a direct flight to Rome from your country, a lot of airports elsewhere fly to it. Although it’s a busy airport it is also a very modern facility, so wait times for check-in and customs and collecting your baggage should not be too long. In particular, the airport expanded its security screening area in order to cut down on what had been significant waiting times.