🇮🇹 Rome Airport Transfer
Rome Fiumicino (FCO) Rome Ciampino (CIA)
Fiumicino to Ciampino is 40 km via the GRA orbital road. Direct SIT Bus + Cotral shuttles operate; taxi has a flat inter-airport rate.
Distance
40 km
Min. connection
4h
Best time to transfer
Off-peak (10:00-15:00)
Transfer options
SIT Bus / Terravision (via Rome Termini)
bus
Duration
90-140 min + 1 transfer
Cost
€12-18
Frequency
Every 30-60 min
Best for: Cheapest option
⚠️ Requires transfer at Termini station
Private car (Welcome Pickups)
private transfer
Duration
45-90 min
Cost
€60-110
Frequency
On-demand
Best for: Groups + luggage + fast connections
Book Welcome Pickups Rome taxi flat rate
taxi
Duration
45-90 min
Cost
€60 (flat inter-airport rate)
Frequency
On-demand
Best for: Reliable + regulated
Stay overnight in Rome?
If your connection is 8+ hours or overnight, a hotel between the two airports beats an airport chair.
Frequently asked questions
How long does FCO to CIA take?
Private car / taxi: 45-90 minutes. Public transport via Rome Termini: 90-140 minutes with 1 transfer.
Is there a flat taxi rate FCO to CIA?
Yes — the Rome inter-airport flat rate is €60. Confirm this with the driver before departing; some cabs will try to run the meter instead.
How much time between FCO and CIA?
Minimum 4 hours. Ciampino is a small airport with limited check-in — Ryanair + Wizz close 45 min before departure.
Cheapest FCO to CIA?
SIT Bus or Terravision from FCO to Rome Termini (€6-9), then Terravision CIA shuttle (€6-9). Total €12-18. Slower but half the price of taxi.
Layover guide
Rome layover guide
What to do
Stay connected
Rome eSIM guide
Activate before landing
Transport guide
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