This Rome Fiumicino airport lounges guide reviews every single lounge available to passengers at the airport – from airline and alliance lounges to independent paid-for entry lounges.
Leonardo da Vinci Rome Fiumicino Airport (IATA: FCO, ICAO: LIRF) is operated by Aeroporti di Roma and has 2 terminals: T1 and T3. It is the busiest airport in Italy and is located some 24 km (15 miles) south-west of central Rome.
Rome Fiumicino Airport Lounges – Quick Summary
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The access rules for each Rome Fiumicino lounge is explained. Lounges are marked by airline/alliance and whether entry is possible by payment, via the Priority Pass or DragonPass annual lounge access programs or directly by American Express Platinum or Centurion cards.
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Rome Fiumicino Airport Lounges – Terminal 1 (Schengen)
There are 4 lounges at Rome Fiumicino T1:
- Plaza Premium Lounge T1 [Book]
- PrimeClass Lounge T1
- Prima Vista Domus Lounge
- ITA Airways Lounge
Plaza Premium Lounge
PAIDPPDPAMEX – Plaza Premium Group has a compact 400m² lounge seating 76 passengers in the Schengen departures area at Rome Fiumicino.
Opened in 2023, it offers comfortable seating with contemporary wood and marble decor, free WiFi, a manned buffet-bar with international dishes and barista coffee. There are shower facilities which are charged extra at €22.
Access is granted to Priority Pass and DragonPass members, American Express Platinum card holders and paying customers (from €41 for 2 hours).
The lounge is located airside in the Schengen area departures, on the mezzanine level.
Opening hours are as 04:30-21:30 daily.
Book the Plaza Premium Lounge here by checking availability and selecting “Terminal 1 Departures”
PrimeClass Lounge
PAIDPPDP – This compact 410m² lounge opened in 2023 and is run by Turkish group TAV Operation Services.
Facilities include bar/buffet, barista coffee, comfy seats, bathrooms with a shower suite (charged extra), standing desks and free WiFi. There are no windows in this lounge.
Paid access is available and entry is granted to Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The lounge is located airside in the Schengen area departures, on the mezzanine level. It is at Boarding Area A, Gates 61-83.
Opening hours are as 05:30-22:00 daily.
Prima Vista Domus Lounge
PAIDPPDP – The Prima Vista Domus lounge in the Schengen terminal is run by Aviapartner Holding and has capacity for 130 guests.
Facilities include elegant seating, work table, charging points, bar/buffet and free WiFi.
Paid access is available for €40 and entry is granted to Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The lounge is located airside in the Schengen area departures, on the mezzanine level at boarding area A.
Opening hours are as 05:15-21:45 daily.
ITA Airways Lounge at Rome Fiumicino (Hangar Lounge)
ITA AIRWAYS – The ITA Airways lounge for Schengen departures at Rome Fiumicino opened in 2023. At 980m² it is quite spacious and has 150 seats.
Lounge facilities include a visual installation with 72 tablets, centrepiece bar, buffet with good Italian food offering, barista coffee and an array of designer seating. There is free WiFi, private booths, a digital newsstand and a bathroom with showers.
There is a VIP meeting room available which is free for Executive members of the airline’s Volare program.
Access is available to ITA Airways elite and premium passengers. ITA Airways has left Skyteam after its aquisition by Lufthansa. It will join Star Alliance in 2026 when presumably the lounge will be accessible to Star Alliance elites.
The lounge is located in departure Terminal 3 (after security), near boarding area A and E.
Open daily 06:00-23:00.
Rome Fiumicino Airport Lounges – Terminal 3
There are 5 lounges at Rome Fiumicino T3:
- Plaza Premium Lounge T3 [Book]
- Prima Vista Lounge Portus T3
- ITA Airways Lounge T3
- British Airways Lounge T3
- Emirates Lounge
Plaza Premium Lounge
PAIDPPDPAMEX – Plaza Premium Group has its main lounge in the non-Schengen departures area of Rome Fiumicino. Opened in 2018, it spans a spacious 1,000m² with room for 300 guests.
The lounge has an open layout with high ceilings and large windows affording some runway views and plenty of natural light. There is a wide array of seating – from the standard Plaza Premium chairs, private booth seats, some sofas and swivel armchairs.
Facilities include a bar and buffet with dining area, barista coffee, workstation tables, ample charging points, free WiFi and shower suites. Note the extra charges for premium drinks and the showers (€22).
Access is granted to Priority Pass and DragonPass members, American Express Platinum card holders and paying customers (from €48 for 2 hours).
The lounge is located airside in the non-Schengen departures section, at Area E on the upper level. It is next to the British Airways lounge.
Opening hours are as 05:00-22:30 (Sun-Fri) and 05:00-23:00 (Sat).
Book the Plaza Premium Lounge here by checking availability and selecting “Terminal 3 Departures (Extra Schengen), 3/6/12 Hours”
Prima Vista Lounge Portus
PAIDPPDP – This 550m² lounge is located in the non-Schengen terminal and is run by Aviapartner Holding.Facilities include various styles of seat, work table, charging points, bar/buffet, a shower and free WiFi. There are no windows with external views in this lounge.
Paid access is available for €40 and entry is granted to Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The lounge is located airside in the non-Schengen departures section, on the ground floor close to gates E51-E61.
Opening hours are as 05:45-22:45 daily.
ITA Airways Lounge at Rome Fiumicino (Piazza Di Spagna Lounge)
ITA AIRWAYS – This is ITA Airways’ premium lounge offering at the non-Schengen departures of Rome Fiumicino. The spacious 1,000m² lounge has capacity for 283 guests and was opened in 2022.Lounge facilities include a decent bar and buffet with very good food offering (including pizzas), barista coffee, dining area and comfortable armchair seating. There is free WiFi, digital newsstand and a bathroom with shower available.
Access is available to ITA Airways elite and premium passengers. ITA Airways has left Skyteam after its aquisition by Lufthansa. It will join Star Alliance in 2026 when presumably the lounge will be accessible to Star Alliance elites.
The lounge is located in departure Terminal 3 (after security), near boarding area A and E.
Open daily 06:00-23:00.
British Airways Club Lounge at Rome Fiumicino
ONEWORLD – BA opened its classy 460m² lounge at Rome FCO in 2018 with seating for up to 140 passengers.This contemporary lounge features a a central black-coloured bar and a number of different areas with wooden dividers. It has cafe-style seating, more comfortable armchairs and business work tables. There are large windows on one side giving apron views and some good natural light.
Facilities include bar-buffet selection, free WiFi and plenty of charging points. Note, there are no showers.
It is open to British Airways Club Europe (business class) passengers.
Access is also possible to BA Premier, BA Executive Club Gold/Silver card holders and Oneworld Emerald/Sapphire members flying BA or Oneworld.
The lounge is located airside in the non-Schengen departures section, at Area E on the upper level. It is next to the Plaza Premium lounge.
Opening hours are as 05:15-20:30 daily.
Emirates Lounge Rome Fiumicino
EMIRATES – Emirates has a large 950m² lounge at Rome FCO seating 162 guests to handle its twice daily flights to Dubai.It includes an excellent bar and buffet, dining area, business area, prayer room and shower facilities. It has the signature Emirates decor with beige and cream tones. Large windows offer good natural lighting and views.
Access is granted to business and first class passengers on Emirates. Entry is also available to Emirates iO, Emirates Skywards Platinum/Gold and Qantas Frequent Flyer Platinum One/Platinum/Gold or Chairman’s Lounge members travelling on Emirates.
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers only – access costs a hefty US$125 (Skywards members), US$155 (non-members) plus local GST.
The lounge is located in departure Terminal 3, Level 2, close to gates E22-E24.
Arrival Lounge at Rome Fiumicino
Hello Sky Lounge
PAIDDP – HelloSky is an arrivals lounge located near the parking area of T3 and easily walkable from either terminal. It is the only arrivals lounge at Rome Fiumicino.HelloSky is jointly run by Aeroporti di Roma and Gestió i Serveis Trade Center. This 1,200m² facility opened in 2017 and also contains Air Rooms, 29 rooms available for short stays and premium showers.
Access to the lounge is available for €25 which offers various seating options, the buffet and free basic WiFi.
Note that extra services are charged including à la carte dishes, premium WiFi, meeting rooms and a Premium Shower (also €25).
Opening hours are as 06:00-22:00 daily.
Rome Fiumicino Airport Lounges Summary
Rome Fiumicino Airport Lounges By Numbers: 10 Rome Fiumicino airport lounges 6 open access lounges 6 DragonPass lounges 5 Priority Pass lounges 5 lounges Rome Fiumicino airport Terminal 3 4 lounges Rome Fiumicino airport Terminal 1 4 airline lounges 1 arrivals lounge
Which Rome Fiumicino Airport Lounges can be accessed with Priority Pass?
5 lounges – Plaza Premium T1, PrimeClass T1, Prima Vista T1, Plaza Premium T3 and Prima Vista T3.
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Which Rome Fiumicino Airport Lounges can be accessed with DragonPass?
6 lounges – Plaza Premium T1, PrimeClass T1, Prima Vista T1, Plaza Premium T3, Prima Vista T3 and the Hello Sky Lounge.
Is there an American Express Lounge at Rome Fiumicino?
No. There is no American Express branded lounge at Rome Fiumincino airport.
Amex Platinum card holders can get direct lounge access to the Plaza Premium Lounges at Rome. Alternatively they can use their Priority Pass membership to access 5 lounge options.
Which lounges can Star Alliance Gold members use at Rome Fiumicino?
There was a Star Alliance lounge at Rome FCO which is now currently closed. With ITA Airways joining Star in 2026 we expect ITA Airways lounges to become available for Star Gold and premium passengers.
Star passengers are currently directed to Plaza Premium and Prima Vista lounges – please check with your carrier which lounge you can access as it may depend on capacity on-the-day.
Are there Skyteam lounges at Rome Fiumicino?
Because ITA Airways has left Skyteam, the lounge situation for Skyteam elites has become more complicated.
Air France-KLM and SAS are using the Plaza Premium T1 lounge.
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- First published 19 May 2025.
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