Hope you have a great trip! If you are riding the train from the airport to Termini Station in Rome be sure to check out my video on that. Thanks for the comment!
I’m glad it was helpful. I have several FCO videos I recently posted about arriving, departing, and going to the Leonardo Express train from/to the airport. I hope you have a great trip.
@@bozy106 thanks! I fly in to Rome from Atlanta this coming Thursday. Your video is perfect and just what I needed. First time flying internationally and I was worried about finding passport control. Thanks again!
@@michaelsword9213 I’ve done that flight twice. It’s a fairly long ride, but worth it! I did my flights with Delta and both times we arrived at the same gates so if you’re flying with them this should pretty much be the path you take.
@@rochteauweke386 that video was a real time walkthrough. I would add about 5 minutes on for passport control and about 3-4 minutes to collect our bags off of the baggage carousel and that video would be a pretty accurate depiction of the time.
Thank you for this very informative video! I have a question. I will arrive in Rome from Chicago, and I have a connecting flight in Rome to Lemezia, Italy. WIll I need to claim my bags in Rome and then put them back on the flight to Lemezia? Thank you in advance for your answer!
I have never done a connecting flight through FCO on the same airline. If it’s on a separate airline I would say yes you will have to claim them and recheck them. If it’s only the same airline, my suggestion would be to ask when you initially checked your bag in Chicago, if the luggage will be “checked through” to your final destination of Lemezia. Sorry that I don’t have a better answer, but I hope you have a good trip!
Thanks for this very helpful video, Brian. In two weeks, when we are scheduled to arrive at FCO at about 12:30pm, we need to catch the only DIRECT Trenitalia train (no train change but likely a stop somewhere) to Florence at 1:53 pm. We only have carryons so no need to stop at baggage claim. Is there a shortcut walk to exit to the train platform directly after passport control bypassing baggage claim area? It would be helpful to know how much time buffer we would have if our plane gets delayed. Thank you!
To my knowledge there is only the one way to get to the trains, which is through baggage claim. But since you are traveling without checked bags it should make it a bit quicker. I will say that both times I’ve flown into FCO that we landed around the same time and it took maybe 2-3 minutes in passport control. I’m not sure if it’s because there are fewer international flights arriving then, if passport control is super efficient, or a combination of both. There never seemed to be many people waiting at passport control upon my arrivals. Thanks for the view and comment and I hope you have a great trip!
@@bozy106 Thanks a lot for such a quick response. Sorry to bother you with one more question. We saw a short 4 year old TH-cam video ("How to get to Airport Station @ Fiumicino Rome Airport Terminal 3" ) that shows some travelers appear to be boarding a tram on their way to arrive at FCO train station. In your video, it seems you just walked all the way through to reach the train station. Are there two ways to get to the train station and is one quicker? Thanks so much again for your input.
Actually, I may have found the answer to my question above. We will be arriving via Finnair (American Airlines codeshare) which, per internet queries, seems to arrive at Terminal 1. Then, I believe, we will need to get to Terminal 3 for passport control and the train station at FCO. Thanks.
@@JosanBarner arriving at Terminal 1 will make a difference. I have only ever arrived at terminal 3 because I typically fly Delta (ATL is my home airport). I hope your arrival and transfer go smooth and quick!
Hahaha - the security guy at 2:25 - 2:30 eyeing everyone up. I think I've seen him on TV Program about busting illegal smuggling into Italy. Great show actually.
As others have said, great video, stress reliever. Going on our first international trip soon. Surprised you don't get your bags first before going thru passport control/customs, as I believe you do in the US. That's the next stress, lol.
Thank you for this video , it’s giving me a real visual of the airport and the walk . I’m traveling from Greece to Rome this summer and trying to get my flight back to JFK . I am landing in Rome at 11:40 am and my flight back to JFK is 3:20pm in Rome . I have to get my checked bag and check in at FCO . Do you think I have enough time ? Do you recall how long it time you to walk from the plane and get your bag ?
Yes, that should be plenty of time. From getting off of the plane to getting my bag (including passport control lines) it was about 30 minutes. You shouldn’t have anything to worry about. Thanks for the comment!
Thanks for the video that’s very informative. We are traveling to Rome for a cruise and my question is at any time did you go through a metal detector. I have a implant and was concerned.
Upon arrival at Rome-Fiumicino we did not go through a metal detector, however when we flew out of Rome we did go through a metal detector during the security check when checking-in for our return flight
If it is a connecting flight (into terminal 3 and then to a flight in terminal 1) booked on the same airline reservation try looking for a sign that says “connections” or “connecting flights”. If it is on different airlines you’ll likely have to exit terminal 3 through baggage claim and follow the overhead signs to terminal 1 and go through security again.
Hello, how are you, I have a trip scheduled, I arrive at terminal 3, I will need to go to terminal 1, how long will it take? I'm going with ITA and the connection at termianal1 is with Luxair.
Thanks, Brian, thus really helps. Do I give myself at least 15 minutes to get to baggage claim? Do you have a video on how to get to domestic flight from the baggage claim? Ryanair.
If you are on an incoming international flight you will have to walk for about 10 minutes to get to passport control. The time to get through passport control varies based on how many arriving international flights are arriving at around the same time as you (I've never had to wait more than 10 minutes). After passport control it may be another 3-5 minutes to get to your flights assigned baggage claim carousel. Unfortunately, I don't have a video showing how to get to a domestic flight from baggage claim, but you should be able to follow the signs to Terminal 1 which is the Terminal at FCO that Ryanair operates out of. (International flights typically arrive in Terminal 3). To get an idea of the layout of the airport, check out the airports official website - www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-airport-map
Saw some tiktok videos. It says we need to go train for collect baggage.. but your video showing different way. Do i need go train or just follow your video?
@@skymaxaki94 you will walk past baggage claim long before you will have an opportunity to get on a train. There is not a way to get to a train without walking by baggage claim.
when I arrive from Heathrow airport do I have to catch the train for my luggage? I’ve seen another vid where no train was necessary. Also I have a British passport can i go through the quick line i.e scan passport get photo taken
You shouldn’t have to board the train for your luggage. The train is totally beyond baggage claim and you would have to walk past all the baggage carousels to get to the train. As far as the passport goes, I am uncertain. I have a United States passport and I was able to scan it like you mentioned.
Thank you so much it’s my first time going to this airport. Starting from Los Angeles to Rome airport then to Naples. I wonder if I need to do baggage claim when I stop at Rome airport or do I wait until I get to my destination ?
It’s likely they will forward your bags on to Naples, but when you check in at LAX ask if the bags will be “checked through” to Naples or if you’ll have to reclaim & recheck them in Rome. Thanks for the view - have a great trip!
I have a question for you. I am travelling to Florence from India with a 1 hour layover in Rome. Where will I go through with the immigration process and is it enough time to transit? My tickets are booked on the same PNR from ITA.
It may be tight (depending on if your arriving flight is on time) but generally most airlines won’t book connections unless there is actually reasonable time to make the connection
Thanks! So was it really a 15-minute walk from the gate to baggage claim? I'm surprised they don't segregate arriving passengers like other airports I've been in.
From my understanding every flight that arrives at Terminal 3 is an international non-Schengen flight and their passengers have to go through passport control to enter Italy. I believe the only way out of Terminal 3 is through passport control so everyone is funneled through there eventually. But yes, just about 15-ish minutes. Thanks for the comment!
There is access to the train from any of the terminals at FCO. The station is across from the airport terminals with airport maintained enclosed walkways from each terminal.
I’ve never had to fill out any customs cards like you do when arriving in some other countries. I just provide them my passport and after a few seconds, whoosh, I’m through!
Yes, we did at 8:20 in the video. However I didn’t record it because they are sort of funny about not wanting photos etc made there at passport control.
When we arrive we are staying one night at Hilton Rome airport after picking up bags do we have to enter airport again to access walkway leading to hotel ?
You shouldn’t have to. Just look for the overhead signs that say hotel and follow them. The hotel is connected to the airports land side area via a walkway, similar to how the train station is.
@@bozy106 Not only did I not talk to anybody, I was also sort of told off because I stopped after the scanners looking for someone to tell me what to do and the ufficiale there said I shouldn't just stand there...
@@fadhilavirtue2487 it’s really not hard. The simplest advice I can give you is to just visually remember a few people from your flight and follow them. Or just follow the overhead signs.
Brian, from landing at FCO to passport control and getting your bag in the baggage claim, how long did that take combined? I need to catch a train from roma termini and giving myself 3.5 hours to get from FCO to passport control to baggage claim to leonardo express train to roma termini. Thanks!
That should be plenty of time. I reviewed my personal photos, I took a photo of the countryside as we were landing at FCO. It was at 10:51am. The next photo I have was at at 12:51pm at the metro station in Roma Termini waiting on a metro train to Castro Pretoria. So in exactly 2 hours we got of the plane, got through passport control, got our luggage, got on the Leonardo Express, arrived a Termini, purchased a 7 day transit pass and went to the Metro platform we needed.
Thanks for the information. How long would you say it takes to de board the plane? I’m trying to plan train tickets from Rome termini for the rest of day and I’m thinking pre booked train tickets will be easier.
@@BrainYT-357 depends on where you’re seated. Flights to FCO from the US are usually on wide body planes that hold more passengers so it takes a little longer to to get off if you’re in an economy seat near the rear of the plane. Both times I’ve arrived at FCO I was able to easily get tickets from the kiosks. There have always been seats available, even during peak season.
Whoever designed this airport must of escaped from a lunatic facility. The Old airport from 50 years ago was much, much easier to get out of. Also, the obvious designer, wanted to confuse the heck out of "new" people who Do not know the language. Nastri means "ribbon". Not belt. Imagine you need a belt and based on this, you go to a shop and say: my pants is falling. I need a: nastri. They are going to hand you a ribbon. The walk through this airport is longer than the flight to get to Rome.
Thank you Brian for the information. I am travelling to Rome for the first time and tis video has reduced my anxiety. Very grateful.
Hope you have a great trip! If you are riding the train from the airport to Termini Station in Rome be sure to check out my video on that. Thanks for the comment!
Thank you for posting this - it has been a great help as I am a solo traveller. Now I know what to expect.
I’m glad you found it useful. Have a great trip!
Thank you Brian! This really reduces the anxiety when arriving at a new airport.
I’m glad it was helpful. I have several FCO videos I recently posted about arriving, departing, and going to the Leonardo Express train from/to the airport. I hope you have a great trip.
Thank you this is EXTREMELY helpful! Going to Rome in October and didn't know what to expect once arriving. This really helped!
Have a great trip!
Awesome video! Extremely helpful. Thank you!!
Thanks for the comment and view. If you are traveling there soon I hope you have a great trip, Rome is marvelous!
@@bozy106 thanks! I fly in to Rome from Atlanta this coming Thursday. Your video is perfect and just what I needed. First time flying internationally and I was worried about finding passport control. Thanks again!
@@michaelsword9213 I’ve done that flight twice. It’s a fairly long ride, but worth it! I did my flights with Delta and both times we arrived at the same gates so if you’re flying with them this should pretty much be the path you take.
@@bozy106 yes! Delta all the way, and my ticket has the same terminal. Thanks for your help!👍🏻
Thanks. On my way in 3 weeks for the first time and this is very helpful.
I’m glad you found it useful. Hope you have a great trip!
Thank you ! Watching your video has reduced my stress. I will be visiting Rome soon.
@@sharonjose9716 thanks for the comment and I hope you have a great trip!
Excellent production 🎊 😊🎉
Thanks!
Excellent video! Now I know why they say bring really comfortable shoes…..what a walk!
Yes it is quite a walk…and then you have the uneven cobblestone streets and walkways in central Rome! Comfortable shoes are a must!
thanks for the video..im going to rome for the first time next month..very informative
I hope you have a great trip!
Thank you very much.
I love this, very helpful for my trip next week 😊 Thank you
I hope you have a wonderful trip, thanks for the comment!
Thank you so much for your video. Do you know how long it took you from the plane to the exit? Bcz that walk looks long! Travelling to Rome in 2 weeks
@@rochteauweke386 that video was a real time walkthrough. I would add about 5 minutes on for passport control and about 3-4 minutes to collect our bags off of the baggage carousel and that video would be a pretty accurate depiction of the time.
@@bozy106thank you so much 😊
Heading to rome in two days, i have not been there since 2013. I feel so at home there! This time going with two kids (age 8 and 5 months)
Thanks a lot because it’s the first time for me to travel alone by fly to Roma 😅❤
Hope you have a great trip! Thanks for the comment and view!
Thank you, from other country not Schengen ,is need to fill arrival card?
@@emilianakingkin1109 I did not
Leaving in two weeks 1 day in Rome then 2 days in Monte Carlo and then Barcelona so excited 😅
Thank you for this very informative video! I have a question. I will arrive in Rome from Chicago, and I have a connecting flight in Rome to Lemezia, Italy. WIll I need to claim my bags in Rome and then put them back on the flight to Lemezia? Thank you in advance for your answer!
I have never done a connecting flight through FCO on the same airline. If it’s on a separate airline I would say yes you will have to claim them and recheck them. If it’s only the same airline, my suggestion would be to ask when you initially checked your bag in Chicago, if the luggage will be “checked through” to your final destination of Lemezia.
Sorry that I don’t have a better answer, but I hope you have a good trip!
@@bozy106 Thank you so much for the information. I appreciate your reply!
Thanks for this very helpful video, Brian. In two weeks, when we are scheduled to arrive at FCO at about 12:30pm, we need to catch the only DIRECT Trenitalia train (no train change but likely a stop somewhere) to Florence at 1:53 pm. We only have carryons so no need to stop at baggage claim. Is there a shortcut walk to exit to the train platform directly after passport control bypassing baggage claim area? It would be helpful to know how much time buffer we would have if our plane gets delayed. Thank you!
To my knowledge there is only the one way to get to the trains, which is through baggage claim. But since you are traveling without checked bags it should make it a bit quicker. I will say that both times I’ve flown into FCO that we landed around the same time and it took maybe 2-3 minutes in passport control. I’m not sure if it’s because there are fewer international flights arriving then, if passport control is super efficient, or a combination of both. There never seemed to be many people waiting at passport control upon my arrivals.
Thanks for the view and comment and I hope you have a great trip!
@@bozy106 Thanks a lot for such a quick response. Sorry to bother you with one more question. We saw a short 4 year old TH-cam video ("How to get to Airport Station @ Fiumicino Rome Airport Terminal 3" ) that shows some travelers appear to be boarding a tram on their way to arrive at FCO train station. In your video, it seems you just walked all the way through to reach the train station. Are there two ways to get to the train station and is one quicker? Thanks so much again for your input.
Actually, I may have found the answer to my question above. We will be arriving via Finnair (American Airlines codeshare) which, per internet queries, seems to arrive at Terminal 1. Then, I believe, we will need to get to Terminal 3 for passport control and the train station at FCO. Thanks.
@@JosanBarner arriving at Terminal 1 will make a difference. I have only ever arrived at terminal 3 because I typically fly Delta (ATL is my home airport). I hope your arrival and transfer go smooth and quick!
@@bozy106 Thank you!
Does the airport have carts to drive you
@@DennisMarasca I did not see any while I was there but I’m not 100% sure.
Hahaha - the security guy at 2:25 - 2:30 eyeing everyone up. I think I've seen him on TV Program about busting illegal smuggling into Italy. Great show actually.
I noticed that too but i figured italians like to stare
As others have said, great video, stress reliever. Going on our first international trip soon. Surprised you don't get your bags first before going thru passport control/customs, as I believe you do in the US. That's the next stress, lol.
Thanks for the positive comment. In Atlanta you also pass through customs/immigration before you go to baggage claim to retrieve your bags.
@@bozy106 we'll be returning thru JFK
@@myutoob2011 I’ve never returned from an international flight to JFK so I’m unsure about them. Either way I hope you have a great trip
Thank you for this video , it’s giving me a real visual of the airport and the walk . I’m traveling from Greece to Rome this summer and trying to get my flight back to JFK . I am landing in Rome at 11:40 am and my flight back to JFK is 3:20pm in Rome . I have to get my checked bag and check in at FCO . Do you think I have enough time ?
Do you recall how long it time you to walk from the plane and get your bag ?
Yes, that should be plenty of time. From getting off of the plane to getting my bag (including passport control lines) it was about 30 minutes. You shouldn’t have anything to worry about. Thanks for the comment!
Thanks for the video that’s very informative. We are traveling to Rome for a cruise and my question is at any time did you go through a metal detector. I have a implant and was concerned.
Upon arrival at Rome-Fiumicino we did not go through a metal detector, however when we flew out of Rome we did go through a metal detector during the security check when checking-in for our return flight
@@bozy106 thanks for the info.
thank you! do you know which area I would take my service dog that wouldinspect your service animal?
Here is the link to the pet area webpage on the airports official website - www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pet-area
@@bozy106 thanks
I will be traveling soon and I will go to Terminal 3 and I want to go to Terminal 1 in order to take a plane to Milan. How can I go to Terminal 1?
If it is a connecting flight (into terminal 3 and then to a flight in terminal 1) booked on the same airline reservation try looking for a sign that says “connections” or “connecting flights”. If it is on different airlines you’ll likely have to exit terminal 3 through baggage claim and follow the overhead signs to terminal 1 and go through security again.
Hello, how are you, I have a trip scheduled, I arrive at terminal 3, I will need to go to terminal 1, how long will it take? I'm going with ITA and the connection at termianal1 is with Luxair.
Thanks, Brian, thus really helps. Do I give myself at least 15 minutes to get to baggage claim?
Do you have a video on how to get to domestic flight from the baggage claim? Ryanair.
If you are on an incoming international flight you will have to walk for about 10 minutes to get to passport control. The time to get through passport control varies based on how many arriving international flights are arriving at around the same time as you (I've never had to wait more than 10 minutes). After passport control it may be another 3-5 minutes to get to your flights assigned baggage claim carousel.
Unfortunately, I don't have a video showing how to get to a domestic flight from baggage claim, but you should be able to follow the signs to Terminal 1 which is the Terminal at FCO that Ryanair operates out of. (International flights typically arrive in Terminal 3).
To get an idea of the layout of the airport, check out the airports official website - www.adr.it/web/aeroporti-di-roma-en/pax-fco-airport-map
@bozy106 Thank you, very helpful, and it helped to relieve the anxiety. ✌️
@@kakaeculbertson564 sorry it took a bit to answer, but thanks for the comment and view!
Saw some tiktok videos. It says we need to go train for collect baggage.. but your video showing different way. Do i need go train or just follow your video?
@@skymaxaki94 you will walk past baggage claim long before you will have an opportunity to get on a train. There is not a way to get to a train without walking by baggage claim.
@@bozy106 so you say 1st we have go in train to baggage collection terminal? And after collect baggage we can go exit right?
@@skymaxaki94 there is no train between the gate and baggage claim
@@bozy106 oh thank you.. i am going to rome .so littile bit confused some videos..thanks
when I arrive from Heathrow airport do I have to catch the train for my luggage? I’ve seen another vid where no train was necessary. Also I have a British passport can i go through the quick line i.e scan passport get photo taken
You shouldn’t have to board the train for your luggage. The train is totally beyond baggage claim and you would have to walk past all the baggage carousels to get to the train. As far as the passport goes, I am uncertain. I have a United States passport and I was able to scan it like you mentioned.
@@bozy106 Thank you 😊
Thank you so much it’s my first time going to this airport. Starting from Los Angeles to Rome airport then to Naples.
I wonder if I need to do baggage claim when I stop at Rome airport or do I wait until I get to my destination ?
It’s likely they will forward your bags on to Naples, but when you check in at LAX ask if the bags will be “checked through” to Naples or if you’ll have to reclaim & recheck them in Rome. Thanks for the view - have a great trip!
@@bozy106 thank you 😊
I have a question for you. I am travelling to Florence from India with a 1 hour layover in Rome. Where will I go through with the immigration process and is it enough time to transit? My tickets are booked on the same PNR from ITA.
It may be tight (depending on if your arriving flight is on time) but generally most airlines won’t book connections unless there is actually reasonable time to make the connection
Thanks! So was it really a 15-minute walk from the gate to baggage claim? I'm surprised they don't segregate arriving passengers like other airports I've been in.
From my understanding every flight that arrives at Terminal 3 is an international non-Schengen flight and their passengers have to go through passport control to enter Italy. I believe the only way out of Terminal 3 is through passport control so everyone is funneled through there eventually. But yes, just about 15-ish minutes. Thanks for the comment!
To access the train, do you have to go back into the airport after you exit? Im told the train is in terminal 3
There is access to the train from any of the terminals at FCO. The station is across from the airport terminals with airport maintained enclosed walkways from each terminal.
Hi Brian!
Does Italy need tourists to fill out any arrival cards when you went to Rome or was it just a simple flash of a passport and such?
Thanks!
I’ve never had to fill out any customs cards like you do when arriving in some other countries. I just provide them my passport and after a few seconds, whoosh, I’m through!
@@bozy106 Thanks so much for the input! Enjoy your vids tons
@@iAceBlack thanks for the views! I hope you have a great trip!
Thank you for the vid. Didn't you pass through passport control?
Yes, we did at 8:20 in the video. However I didn’t record it because they are sort of funny about not wanting photos etc made there at passport control.
When we arrive we are staying one night at Hilton Rome airport after picking up bags do we have to enter airport again to access walkway leading to hotel ?
You shouldn’t have to. Just look for the overhead signs that say hotel and follow them. The hotel is connected to the airports land side area via a walkway, similar to how the train station is.
I didn't get a stamp when I used the automated scanners...
I have always had to see a real agent who stamped my passport.
@@bozy106 Not only did I not talk to anybody, I was also sort of told off because I stopped after the scanners looking for someone to tell me what to do and the ufficiale there said I shouldn't just stand there...
Nice video, good guidelines and explanation, it only goes to show that FCO airport was designed for athlettes...
Lol. You do need a little bit of endurance to go the distance without stopping! Thanks for the view and comment!
Oh God. It looks so hard 😢 I am going to Italy tomorrow 17th August alone for the first time.I am so afraid 😨
@@fadhilavirtue2487 it’s really not hard. The simplest advice I can give you is to just visually remember a few people from your flight and follow them. Or just follow the overhead signs.
@@bozy106 I will. Thank you 😊 💓
Brian, from landing at FCO to passport control and getting your bag in the baggage claim, how long did that take combined? I need to catch a train from roma termini and giving myself 3.5 hours to get from FCO to passport control to baggage claim to leonardo express train to roma termini. Thanks!
That should be plenty of time. I reviewed my personal photos, I took a photo of the countryside as we were landing at FCO. It was at 10:51am. The next photo I have was at at 12:51pm at the metro station in Roma Termini waiting on a metro train to Castro Pretoria. So in exactly 2 hours we got of the plane, got through passport control, got our luggage, got on the Leonardo Express, arrived a Termini, purchased a 7 day transit pass and went to the Metro platform we needed.
@@bozy106 Thank you so much for the information!
How long would say it takes to get to baggage claim and out of FCO?
With an average crowd at passport control I’d estimate about 20 minutes from debarking the plane until you get to baggage claim
Thanks for the information. How long would you say it takes to de board the plane? I’m trying to plan train tickets from Rome termini for the rest of day and I’m thinking pre booked train tickets will be easier.
@@BrainYT-357 depends on where you’re seated. Flights to FCO from the US are usually on wide body planes that hold more passengers so it takes a little longer to to get off if you’re in an economy seat near the rear of the plane.
Both times I’ve arrived at FCO I was able to easily get tickets from the kiosks. There have always been seats available, even during peak season.
That's strange. An officer stamped your French/EU passport?
No, it was an American passport.
@@bozy106 Ah, okay. That makes sense. I was confused when I saw the French one in the video.
Walking so far? Wow I’m getting an anxiety attack.
It doesn’t seem so bad when you’re actually there and doing it.
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that is a ridiculous long walk!
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Whoever designed this airport must of escaped from a lunatic facility. The Old airport from 50 years ago was much, much easier to get out of. Also, the obvious designer, wanted to confuse the heck out of "new" people who Do not know the language. Nastri means "ribbon". Not belt. Imagine you need a belt and based on this, you go to a shop and say: my pants is falling. I need a: nastri. They are going to hand you a ribbon. The walk through this airport is longer than the flight to get to Rome.