Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

Arrivals proceed directly from the aircraft walk or bus gate into passport control and the baggage reclaim zone.

• Passengers arriving from non-Schengen destinations pass through passport control immediately after entering the building.
• Automated e-Gates are available for eligible adult passport holders from the EU, EEA, UK, and selected non-EU nations.
• Baggage reclaim carousels are located directly beyond passport control in the single arrivals hall.
• Customs checks occur immediately after baggage reclaim before entering the public arrivals area.
• Ground transport options, taxi ranks, and bus stops are located directly outside the main exit.

• Train

  Bus + Train (Ciampino Airlink)

  A dedicated shuttle bus runs from the terminal to Ciampino railway station, connecting to frequent regional trains to Roma Termini.

  Time:

  Roughly 35-50 minutes total

  Typical cost:

  Typically €2.50-€4.00 total

• Train

  Direct Express Bus

  Private coach services operate direct routes between the airport forecourt and central Rome.

  Time:

  Roughly 30-45 minutes (traffic dependent)

  Typical cost:

  Typically €6.00-€7.00 single

• Train

  Local Bus + Metro

  Local buses link the terminal to the Anagnina metro terminus for connections across the city network.

  Time:

  Roughly 20 minutes bus plus 20 minutes metro

  Typical cost:

  Typically €1.20-€2.00 per leg

• Taxi

  Official Taxi

  Official white licensed taxis operate from the designated rank outside arrivals. Avoid uncredited drivers offering rides inside the hall.

  Time:

  Roughly 30-40 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Fixed regulated fare (typically around €31.00)

Ciampino has no direct rail link to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO); transfer requires transit via central Rome or private transport.

• To reach Rome Fiumicino (FCO), take a bus or train to Roma Termini and transfer to the Leonardo Express or regional train.
• Taxis provide direct point-to-point transfers between CIA and FCO, taking roughly 30-45 minutes outside peak traffic.
• Ensure a minimum connecting window of 3 to 4 hours if transferring between CIA and FCO.

Free Wi-Fi access is provided throughout the passenger terminal.

• Select the official network 'AIRPORT FREE WIFI' on your device.
• Connection requires completing a brief portal registration or sign-in process.
• Coverage is reliable across all public arrival and departure zones.

Euro (EUR) is the local currency, with electronic payments accepted almost universally across Rome.

• ATMs (Bancomat) are located in both the landside and airside sections of the terminal.
• Currency exchange desks operate within the terminal building.
• Contactless card payments are widely accepted for public transport tickets, taxis, and airport retail.

A limited selection of cafes and quick-service food outlets operates landside and airside.

• Landside options include Italian espresso bars and grab-and-go sandwich shops.
• Airside options provide light meals, coffee, and packaged snacks prior to boarding.
• Opening hours generally align with scheduled flight departures and arrivals.

Ciampino does not feature independent commercial airline lounges in the main low-cost passenger terminal.

• General aviation facilities cater to private flights separately from the main passenger building.
• Public seating areas are available throughout the single departure hall.

There are no hotels located inside the terminal building, but multiple accommodations are nearby in Ciampino town.

• Several small hotels and guest houses are located within a 5-10 minute drive of the airport.
• Travellers needing full hotel services often stay near Roma Termini, accessible via direct bus or train.

Essential baggage services including lost property reporting are handled in the arrivals hall.

• Lost luggage inquiries should be directed to the ground handling service desk in the baggage reclaim hall.
• There is no left-luggage or long-term baggage storage facility directly inside the Ciampino terminal.

Basic family facilities are present throughout the public zones of the airport.

• Baby changing stations are integrated into primary restroom blocks landside and airside.
• The single-level terminal layout provides straightforward step-free access for pushchairs.

• ATMs
• Currency exchange
• Cafes & bars
• Duty-free shops
• Information desk
• Car hire counters
• First aid station

Local emergency number: 112

• 112 is the single European emergency number for police, medical, and fire services in Italy.
• A first aid medical post staffed by healthcare personnel is located within the airport premises.
• For a lost or stolen passport, contact your national embassy in Rome and report the incident to the airport Polizia di Stato post.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• Aeroporti di Roma - Ciampino Official SiteOfficial airport source
• Polizia di Stato - Border Police & Passport ControlsGovernment source
• Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli - Customs RegulationsGovernment source
• ATAC S.p.A. - Azienda per la mobilità di Roma CapitaleOfficial transit source
• Trenitalia - National Rail OperatorOfficial transit source
• Ministero della Salute - Italian Ministry of HealthGovernment source