How long does it take to check-in at the FCO airport?

Once you have gathered all the necessary documents, it is time to make your way to Rome airport. Make sure to arrive at least two hours before (for intercontinental flights we recommend 3 hours before) your scheduled flight time as this will give you enough time to go through the whole process.



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On a good day it will take as long as two hours to get through security and if you're unfortunate enough to be leaving on an American or Israeli flight from Terminal 5 it will take even longer. Allow at least three hours.

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In addition, we also advise you to arrive at the airport in plenty of time: two hours prior to departure for domestic and international flights. three hours prior to departure for intercontinental flights.

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Once you're there, passport control can take anything from thirty to around ninety minutes. Fiumicino is often under-staffed and you may well find only two or three immigration booths open to deal with hundreds of passengers.

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Generally speaking, most airlines advise that you arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to a domestic flight, and at least 3 hours prior to an international flight. That said, there are many factors to consider that will help you decide how much time you should budget for at the airport.

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Absolutely worth the €5 if there is a line. I just flew in to FCO and waited 60 minutes in line at customs. A couple ahead of us bought the Fast Track pass on their phone while waiting in line. When they showed it to a customs official, he took them out of the line and directed them to an EU line that was empty.

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For domestic flights in the United States, most airlines recommend that passengers arrive at the airport at least 1-2 hours before the scheduled departure time for check-in and security screening.

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There are 2 airports in Rome. From the city centre to the main airport (Roma Fiumicino, also known as Leonardo da Vinci airport) is 40 minutes approximately. During rush hours (from 6:30 to 10:00 and from 16:00 to 20:30) it may take 45-60 minutes.

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When you're traveling outside of the United States, we suggest arriving at least 3 hours prior to your departure. You must be checked in at least 1 hour before your scheduled departure.

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Yes. TSA PreCheck® is available when you depart from a U.S. airport to a foreign country, and for domestic, connecting flights after you return to the United States. If you travel internationally four or more times a year, consider enrolling in Global Entry instead of TSA PreCheck®.

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