Rome airport codes decoded: FCO, CIA, ROM, LIRF & LIRA
A traveler-first guide to choosing the correct Rome airport, understanding IATA and ICAO codes, reaching central Rome, navigating Fiumicino terminals, handling 2026 border rules and avoiding airport-transfer mistakes.
What is the Rome airport code in Italy?
There is not one airport code that identifies every Rome flight. For most international travelers, FCO is the code they mean when they search “Rome airport code,” but tickets can also show CIA. Aviation systems use the ICAO identifiers LIRF for Fiumicino and LIRA for Ciampino.
ROM is not a third physical Rome airport. It is a city/metropolitan reservation code used to search Rome broadly. A booking result returned under ROM can still depart from FCO or CIA, so always switch from the city code to the actual three-letter airport code before arranging ground transport.
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Connection-risk checker
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Parking cost estimator
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Passenger pickup readiness
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Which Rome airport code should be on your ticket?
| Code | What it identifies | Use it for | Do not confuse it with |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCO | Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport | Flight booking, baggage tags, parking, train/taxi planning | CIA or generic ROM search |
| CIA | Rome Ciampino G.B. Pastine Airport | Ciampino flights, bus/taxi/parking planning | FCO, especially when booking transfers |
| ROM | Rome as a city in travel/reservation systems | Broad city searches that may include multiple airports | A physical passenger terminal |
| LIRF | ICAO code for Fiumicino | Aviation, weather and flight-planning contexts | Passenger IATA code FCO |
| LIRA | ICAO code for Ciampino | Aviation and flight-planning contexts | Passenger IATA code CIA |
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Rome city-transfer quick comparison
Fiumicino (FCO): Rome’s main international airport
Rome Fiumicino “Leonardo da Vinci” Airport is about 32 km from Rome and is the larger airport in the Rome airport system. It has two active passenger terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3.
Terminal 1
Currently serves a defined group of airlines including ITA Airways, Lufthansa-group carriers, Iberia, TAP, Ryanair, Vueling, easyJet and others listed by ADR. Do not assume the list will remain unchanged.
Terminal 3
Handles domestic, Schengen and non-Schengen flights for the remaining airlines, including many long-haul carriers. The operating airline determines your terminal—not simply whether the flight is “international.”
Leonardo Express, FL1, taxi, bus and cruise-port transfer
Leonardo Express to Roma Termini
Trenitalia lists the non-stop Leonardo Express at 32 minutes, normally every 15 minutes, with a standard one-way fare of €14. The airport rail station is inside the Fiumicino complex.
Leonardo Express family, group and payment details
Children under 4 ride free. Trenitalia also allows one child over 4 and under 12 to ride free for each paying adult. Large luggage has no surcharge, guide dogs ride free, and accessible seating/toilets are provided.
The published Mini-groups fare is 4 tickets for €40 instead of €56. Trenitalia also supports TAP&TAP contactless purchase at enabled readers. Metrebus integrated tickets are not valid on Leonardo Express.
FL1 regional train: useful when Termini is not your destination
FL1 serves stations such as Trastevere, Ostiense and Tiburtina. ADR lists service about every 15 minutes on working days and every 30 minutes on weekends/holidays. FL1 does not run as the Leonardo Express to Roma Termini, so choose based on your hotel or onward rail connection rather than the word “Rome.”
Official white taxi
Ranks are at T1 and T3 Arrivals. ADR currently publishes fixed fares including supplements: €55 to destinations inside the Aurelian Walls, €31 to Magliana/Parco dei Medici, €26 to the New Rome Fair, €60 to Tiburtina, €50 to Ostiense, €55 to CIA and €130 to Civitavecchia Port.
Airport coaches
Coach operators use the Terminal 3 bus station area. Stands, fares and operating companies can change; use ADR’s current bus page or the chosen operator for the exact bay instead of a static blog timetable.
FCO to Civitavecchia cruise port
ADR currently publishes a €130 fixed taxi fare to Civitavecchia Port. For a cruise embarkation, compare this with cruise-line/private transfers and add a large delay buffer; a flight arrival time is not the same as the time you will be curbside with baggage.
Ciampino (CIA): smaller Rome airport and night restrictions
Rome Ciampino “Giovan Battista Pastine” Airport is about 15 km from Rome. It is smaller than Fiumicino and is used heavily by low-cost passenger operations, along with express-courier and general-aviation activity.
Commercial flight curfew
Under the airport’s published noise rules, commercial takeoffs and landings are prohibited from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., subject to listed emergency/state exceptions.
Departures terminal overnight
Official guidance says the Departures terminal is open at night only for passengers holding valid travel documents for a flight within the next 24 hours.
Arrivals terminal overnight
The Arrivals terminal is officially listed as closed from midnight to 6:00 a.m. Do not plan an overnight wait there as if it were a 24-hour public lounge.
Ciampino Airlink, direct buses and official taxi
Ciampino Airlink
Ciampino does not have a passenger rail station inside the terminal. Trenitalia’s Ciampino Airlink combines a bus from the square opposite the airport to Ciampino railway station, then a train toward Rome. Trenitalia currently sells the combined bus + train journey as Ciampino Airlink for €2.70. The non-stop airport bus to Ciampino railway station takes about 10 minutes and departs from the airport square at stall 6; continue by regional train toward Rome. Check the exact connection on travel day.
Direct coach to Roma Termini
ADR lists daily Termini services from operators including SIT, Terravision and RomeAirportBus/Schiaffini. Other bus links serve Ciampino station, Anagnina, Laurentina, Cinecittà and Subaugusta. Timetables and fares are operator-specific.
Official taxi
The official taxi rank is at Arrivals. ADR currently publishes fixed fares of €40 to central Rome inside the Aurelian Walls, €40 to Ostiense, €40 to Tiburtina and €55 to Fiumicino Airport. Confirm the posted municipal fare before departure.
CIA security, liquids, Fast Track and overnight reality
Ciampino uses the standard 100 ml liquid rule
Do not copy Fiumicino’s 2-liter EDS C3 rule to CIA. Ciampino’s official FAQ states that cabin liquids must be in containers of no more than 100 ml, placed in a transparent resealable bag, with a total liquid allowance of up to 1 liter under the standard rule.
Paid Fast Track
ADR’s current booking portal shows Fast Track at €10. The portal lists Ciampino Departures Fast Track as guaranteed daily from 05:00 to 23:00. Children aged 0–12 can use the lane free when accompanied by a paying adult or otherwise holding the required voucher.
Changing between Rome airports: this is a ground transfer
FCO and CIA are separate airports. There is no airside connection and no single “Rome terminal transfer.” If an itinerary arrives at one and departs from the other, you must enter Italy/Schengen as applicable, collect baggage when required, travel by road or public transport, then check in and clear security again.
Official taxi
ADR currently publishes a fixed €55 taxi fare each way between FCO and CIA, subject to municipal changes.
Build a large buffer
Road traffic, border formalities, baggage delivery and a new check-in can make an airport change risky. Do not calculate only the driving time.
Separate-ticket risk
If the flights are on separate tickets, the onward airline may not protect you after a missed connection. Checked baggage may also require a completely new check-in.
2026 Europe border rules: EES is live; ETIAS is not yet live
Entry/Exit System is fully operational
The EU says EES became fully operational across Schengen external borders on April 10, 2026. It records travel-document data, entry/exit or refusal information and biometrics such as facial images and fingerprints for many non-EU short-stay travelers, subject to exemptions.
A short stay is generally up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the countries using EES. If Rome is your first external Schengen entry point, allow extra border time—especially for a first registration.
ETIAS has not started yet
As of August 11, 2026, the official EU site says ETIAS will start in the last quarter of 2026; no action is required yet. Once live, the official site currently lists a €20 application fee, with fee exemptions for some applicants such as those under 18 or over 70.
Do not buy an “ETIAS” today from a third-party seller. Check the official EU site again close to departure because the exact start date remains time-sensitive.
EES mobile app: do not assume it works for arrival in Italy
The EU’s Travel to Europe app can pre-register certain EES information up to 72 hours before a journey only where the destination country supports it. As of this audit, the official EU page lists Sweden and Portugal; Italy is not listed. You may download the app, but do not depend on it to pre-register for an FCO or CIA arrival unless Italy is added later.
The official EES site also publishes a 1.3 MB “What is the EES?” leaflet and app guidance PDFs (including a user guide and FAQ). The practical points surfaced here—who EES covers, 90/180 short stays, digital entry/exit records and country-limited app support—are kept aligned with the live EU guidance rather than copied from old pre-launch articles.
FCO eGates: useful for eligible biometric-passport holders
ADR lists eGate eligibility at Fiumicino for European travelers aged 12+ and for electronic-passport holders from a number of non-EU countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea and others. Eligibility can depend on direction and passport, and EES/border-officer instructions still take priority.
Typical non-Schengen arrival sequence at FCO
1. Follow passport/border-control signs
Use the correct lane for your document and citizenship. EES registration or biometric verification may apply.
2. Collect checked baggage when Rome is the delivery point
Use the carousel shown on live airport screens. A bag tagged beyond Rome does not, by itself, tell you whether you must collect it; follow the airline’s connection instructions.
3. Complete customs requirements
Immigration/border control and customs are different processes. Use the appropriate customs channel and declare goods when required.
4. Continue to Rome or the onward flight
Protected connections follow airline transfer instructions. Separate tickets or a change to CIA can require new check-in, baggage handling and security.
Watch the European Union’s EES traveler explainer
The European External Action Service publishes an official EES traveler explainer. It is useful for understanding the new biometric border process before a non-EU short-stay trip.
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Watch on official EU page ↗FCO liquids rule: up to 2 liters—except U.S. and Israel flights
Fiumicino’s EDS C3 security scanners changed a rule many travelers still see described incorrectly online.
Most FCO departures
Current ADR guidance permits liquids, aerosols and gels in individual containers up to 2 liters. At EDS C3 checkpoints, eligible passengers can keep those containers and electrical/electronic devices such as laptops and tablets inside hand baggage during screening.
Flights to the United States or Israel
ADR explicitly says those flights use traditional X-ray procedures: liquids are limited to containers up to 100 ml inside a transparent bag up to 1 liter, and electronics must be removed from hand baggage.
FCO services that save time: QPass, Fast Track, bags, families, health and prayer
QPass vs Fast Track: free appointment or paid priority?
Luggage storage and porter service
Airport in the City at Roma Termini
ADR’s city-center branch is at Via Giovanni Giolitti 16, near platform 24/Leonardo Express, and is open daily 08:00–14:00. It can be much more useful than ordinary luggage storage for a last day in Rome.
Families: pink parking, nurseries, strollers and family toilets
Medical, pharmacy, smoking, prayer and pet help
FCO parking, Kiss&Go and vehicle-height checks
Fiumicino’s official easy Parking network includes terminal multi-storey garages, Long Stay, Executive and short-stay/Kiss&Go areas. Pricing is dynamic enough that this guide does not hard-code a “cheapest” rate.
P-Terminal A–D parking garages
Covered multi-storey parking connected to the terminals by pedestrian routes and moving walkways. ADR’s FAQ lists a 2-meter maximum vehicle height for covered parking.
Long Stay
Designed for longer parking. A free airport e-shuttle connects the long-stay area with terminal zones. Build shuttle time into your check-in plan.
Kiss&Go
Short drop-off/pickup controls are enforced. Current ADR driving guidance lists the first 15 minutes free in the Kiss&Go area; follow signs and barriers for the current limit.
Wheelchair and reduced-mobility assistance: request it 48 hours early
ADR Assistance provides the airport’s ground-assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility at both Fiumicino and Ciampino. The most important step happens before airport day: request the service through the airline or tour operator when booking and ideally at least 48 hours before the published flight time.
Book through the airline
Tell the airline what assistance is required rather than assuming “wheelchair” means the same level of help for every traveler.
Arrive at the agreed meeting point
If the airline gives no different time, accessibility guidance commonly uses a substantial pre-departure reporting buffer. Follow the exact time confirmed for your booking.
Rail-to-air handoff at FCO
ADR and rail infrastructure partners coordinate assistance for eligible reduced-mobility travelers transferring between Fiumicino Airport railway station and the terminal, but both rail and air assistance should be booked correctly.
Use the right desk when something is missing
| Problem | First contact | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Checked bag did not arrive | Handling company / airline baggage service | ADR says the responsible handler is shown on the screen next to the baggage carousel. |
| Item left on aircraft | Airline / handling company | Aircraft items are not handled by the same office as terminal lost property. |
| Item lost before or at FCO security | +39 06 6595 5253 | ADR Security landside/security lost-property channel. |
| Item lost after FCO security | +39 06 6595 3313 | ADR airside lost-property office. |
| Item lost at CIA terminal | +39 06 6595 9327 | Ciampino lost-properties office; current hours are limited, so call first. |
Map check: FCO and CIA are on different sides of the trip
About 32 km from Rome; airport rail station and major international hub.
About 15 km from Rome; smaller airport with bus/road connections and Ciampino Airlink.
Before leaving for a Rome airport
Useful Rome airport phone numbers
Aeroporti di Roma
+39 06 6595 1
Airport operator / FCO general flight information, 24h in published ADR contact guidance.
FCO first aid
+39 06 6595 3133
ADR also publishes extension 3134.
CIA flight information
+39 06 6595 9515
Published hours 05:00–23:00.
CIA first aid
+39 06 6595 9350
Published as 24h.
FCO left luggage
+39 06 6595 3541
Terminal 3 International Arrivals.
FCO landside lost property
+39 06 6595 5253
Items lost before/at security.
Frequently asked questions about Rome airport codes
What is the Rome airport code?
Rome has two main passenger airports. Fiumicino, the main international gateway, uses IATA code FCO. Ciampino uses IATA code CIA. ROM is a city code used by reservation systems to refer broadly to Rome-area airports rather than one physical airport.
Is FCO the main Rome airport code?
Yes. FCO is the IATA code for Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport, the larger airport and Rome’s main international gateway.
What is the Rome airport code ICAO for Fiumicino?
The ICAO code for Rome Fiumicino is LIRF.
What is the Rome airport code ICAO for Ciampino?
The ICAO code for Rome Ciampino is LIRA.
What does ROM mean on a flight search?
ROM is a Rome city code used in fare, reservation and search systems. It can return more than one Rome-area airport. It is not a substitute for checking the physical airport code on your ticket.
Is CIA a Rome airport code?
Yes. CIA is the IATA code for Rome Ciampino Giovan Battista Pastine Airport, a smaller Rome airport used heavily by low-cost services.
Is there a Rome airport code number?
For normal passenger travel there is no single numeric Rome airport code. Airlines and booking systems use letter identifiers such as FCO and CIA for IATA, and LIRF and LIRA for ICAO. A flight number is a separate airline identifier.
How many passenger terminals does Rome Fiumicino have?
Fiumicino currently uses two passenger terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Airline assignments can change, so confirm the terminal with the operating airline or ADR before travel.
Which Fiumicino terminal is international?
There is no simple rule that all international flights use one terminal. Terminal 1 serves a defined group of airlines, while Terminal 3 handles domestic, Schengen and non-Schengen flights operated by the remaining airlines. Check the operating airline.
How long is the Leonardo Express from FCO to Rome Termini?
Trenitalia lists the non-stop Leonardo Express journey at 32 minutes, normally every 15 minutes, with a standard one-way ticket of €14 when this guide was checked.
Is there a train station inside Fiumicino Airport?
Yes. Fiumicino Airport has a railway station inside the airport area near the terminals. Leonardo Express serves Roma Termini and FL1 regional trains serve several other Rome stations.
Does Ciampino Airport have a train station inside the terminal?
No direct railway station is inside the Ciampino passenger terminal. Ciampino Airlink combines a bus from the airport to Ciampino railway station with an onward train.
How much is an official taxi from Fiumicino to central Rome?
ADR currently publishes a fixed €55 fare each way between Fiumicino Airport and destinations inside the Aurelian Walls, including supplements. Municipal fares can change without notice, so confirm the posted fare before departure.
How much is an official taxi from Ciampino to central Rome?
ADR currently publishes a fixed €40 fare each way between Ciampino Airport and destinations inside the Aurelian Walls. The municipality may change fares, so check the posted rate.
How much is a taxi between FCO and CIA?
ADR currently publishes a fixed €55 fare each way between Fiumicino and Ciampino airports. It is a landside road transfer, not an airside airport connection.
Can I carry 2-liter liquids through security at Fiumicino?
At Fiumicino, current EDS C3 screening permits liquid containers up to 2 liters for most departing flights and allows electronics to remain inside hand baggage. Flights to the United States or Israel use traditional procedures with the 100 ml liquid rule and electronics removed. Always check current airline and airport instructions.
Is the 2-liter liquid rule the same at Ciampino?
Do not assume Fiumicino’s EDS C3 liquid rule applies at Ciampino. Ciampino’s official security guidance points passengers to standard aviation-security liquid rules. Check the current airport and airline instructions.
Is EES operating at Rome airports in 2026?
Yes. The EU Entry/Exit System became fully operational at Schengen external border crossing points on April 10, 2026. It applies to many non-EU short-stay travelers and digitally records border crossings and biometric data, subject to exemptions.
Do U.S. travelers need ETIAS for Rome right now?
As of August 11, 2026, ETIAS has not started operations. The official EU Travel to Europe site says ETIAS is expected to start in the last quarter of 2026. Check the official EU site before travel and avoid unofficial authorization sellers.
How early should I arrive at FCO?
There is no single guaranteed time because airline check-in cutoffs, destination controls and security queues vary. A practical planning baseline is about 2.5 to 3 hours for many Schengen or domestic departures and around 3 hours or more for non-Schengen long-haul travel. Follow your airline if it requires earlier arrival.
How early should I arrive at CIA?
Ciampino is compact but queues and bus access can still add time. A practical baseline is around 2.5 hours before departure, with more time when checking bags, using mobility assistance or traveling in a peak period. Airline cutoffs take priority.
Can I stay overnight inside Ciampino Airport?
Ciampino has night restrictions. Commercial takeoffs and landings are prohibited from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. under the published noise rules. The departures terminal is open overnight only to passengers with valid travel documents for a flight within the next 24 hours, while the arrivals terminal is closed from midnight to 6:00 a.m.
Where is luggage storage at Fiumicino?
ADR’s left-luggage room is in Terminal 3 International Arrivals near the bus station. The published hours are 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and the rate is €10 per bag per 24 hours when this guide was checked.
How do I request wheelchair or special assistance at Rome airports?
Request assistance through the airline or tour operator when booking and ideally at least 48 hours before the published flight time. The airport assistance service then supports eligible passengers at Fiumicino or Ciampino.
Which Rome airport is closer to the city?
Ciampino is about 15 km from Rome while Fiumicino is about 32 km from Rome. Distance alone does not determine travel time; road traffic and the direct Fiumicino rail connection can change which trip is faster.
What is the best Rome airport for a cruise from Civitavecchia?
Fiumicino is normally the more practical of Rome’s two main airports for Civitavecchia. ADR currently publishes a fixed official taxi fare of €130 from Fiumicino to Civitavecchia Port. Cruise-line transfers and private services may use different pricing.
What is the Rome international airport code?
Can I use the Travel to Europe EES app for arrival in Italy?
As of August 11, 2026, the official EU app page lists Sweden and Portugal as countries currently supporting the Travel to Europe app. Italy is not listed, so do not rely on app pre-registration for an FCO or CIA arrival unless the EU adds Italy later.
Can a U.S. passport holder use eGates at Rome Fiumicino?
ADR lists U.S. electronic passports among the non-EU passports eligible for Fiumicino eGates, with the FCO page generally listing eligible passengers from age 12. Actual use depends on passport, direction and border-control instructions, and EES requirements still apply where relevant.
What is the difference between QPass and Fast Track at FCO?
QPass is ADR’s free security time-slot reservation service. Fast Track is a paid priority-security product. The current ADR booking portal displays €10 for Fast Track; fees and operating hours can change, so check the official booking page before paying.
Can I use a Rome Metrebus ticket on Leonardo Express?
No. Trenitalia explicitly states that integrated Metrebus tickets are not valid on Leonardo Express. Buy the airport-train ticket or use an accepted Trenitalia purchase method such as the current TAP&TAP option where available.
Can I check baggage at Roma Termini instead of Fiumicino Airport?
ADR’s Airport in the City service at Via Giovanni Giolitti 16 offers free same-day ITA Airways check-in and baggage drop for eligible FCO flights, excluding U.S. and Israel destinations. Other-airline passengers can use a paid bag-transfer service to FCO left luggage. Cutoff times apply.
Where are Fiumicino nurseries and family facilities?
ADR lists four nurseries: one behind T3 check-in desks 312–327, one in boarding area A before gates A61–A83, and others near gates E11 and E44. FCO also lists family toilets, 100 courtesy strollers and dedicated Pink Parking spaces.
Official sources and update policy
This guide prioritizes current official airport, air-navigation, rail and European-border sources. Prices, flight assignments, taxi tariffs, train schedules, security procedures and border rules can change; dated figures are presented as a checked snapshot rather than a permanent promise.
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