Good to know
- IATA code
- CIA
- ICAO code
- LIRA
- Terminals
- 1
- To city centre
- 13 km
- Time zone
- Europe/Rome
- Currency
- EUR
- Driving side
- Right-hand traffic
- Rental offices
- 13
- Rental companies
- 8
- Off-airport offices
- 6
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Rental desks at Rome Ciampino Airport
Desks in the terminals and offices nearby, with the distance from the airport.
Outside the airport
Offices 6
At Rome Ciampino Airport
Rome Ciampino Airport sits south-south-east of central Rome, just outside the Grande Raccordo Anulare, the ring motorway around the city. Rome Ciampino Airport has 1 terminal. Rome is 13 km away.
Picking up and returning
Public transport into town
All direct coaches from Ciampino head for Termini in downtown Rome, one of them arriving on Via Giovanni Giolitti, and the COTRAL line can help when the Metro has closed. ATAC urban buses 720 and 520 also serve the airport, with tickets sold at machines there rather than on board.
Other airports near Rome
Rome has 1 more airport: Roma Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
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Rules of the road in Italy
- Speed limits
- 50 / 90 / 130 km/h
- Alcohol limit
- 0.5 ‰
- Motorway tolls
- motorway tolls paid at the barrier
What kind of car do you need?
Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.
Frequently asked questions
Italy: which side of the road do they drive on?
On the right. Speed limits are posted at the roadside and differ between towns, open roads and motorways.
Which currency will I be charged in?
Prices are usually set in EUR. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.
Can I drive the car into another country?
Often yes within the EU, but never assume it. Crossing a border has to be allowed by the rental company and usually costs extra, so check the terms before you book.
How far is Rome from the airport?
13 km.
Do I need an International Driving Permit?
A non-EU licence must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.
What are the speed limits in Italy?
50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on open roads, 130 km/h on motorways.
Are the motorways tolled?
Motorways charge at the barrier. Payment is by cash, card or an electronic tag.
Which car rental companies serve Rome Ciampino Airport?
At the airport: Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Maggiore and 2 other companies. Desks are in the terminal. Outside the airport, nearby: Centauro and 5 independent offices.









