Rome Fiumicino (FCO): Complete Guide to Paid Lounge Access Options

Rome Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the busiest airport in Italy and in the top 10 busiest airports in Europe.

If you are traveling in economy or premium economy class and don't have elite status, you can pay for access to one of 8 lounges.

This comprehensive guide covers all of the paid lounge access options at FCO. It includes detailed information on each lounge’s location, hours, access rules, and amenities to help you make the most of your travel experience.

FCO has two operational terminals:

• Terminal 1: Covers flights to destinations within Italy and throughout Europe's Schengen Area, including most countries in the European Union.

• Terminal 3: Covers flights to countries outside the Schengen Area, including to the UK, Ireland and long-haul destinations.

The two terminals are housed in the same building and are connected airside and landside.

Terminal 1 handles domestic and Schengen departures at FCO from the A-Gates.

Here are your 4 paid options:

There is one more lounge in T1: the ITA Airways Hangar Lounge. It is only accessible to premium-cabin passengers and those with elite status traveling on ITA Airways and its Star Alliance partners.

This lounge offers the best value for Schengen departures, feeling more polished than the average airport lounge.

The elegant marble and natural wood elements create a welcoming atmosphere.

After security, follow signs for Boarding Area A and go up to the mezzanine level.

04:30-21:30 (4:30am-9:30pm) daily

• Buffet selection of hot and cold dishes

• Alcoholic beverages (extra charges apply), coffee, and soft drinks

• Showers (complimentary with LoungePair pass; extra charges can apply through other access methods; subject to availability)

• Baby changing station

• Wi-Fi

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Other Advance Purchase Options:

  • GetYourGuide offers 3-hour access for US$51.

  • Klook offers 3-hour access for US$54.

  • Lounge Pass offers 3-hour access for €44 (US$51).

  • Plaza Premium offers 2-hour access for €40 (US$46).

  • These options may require you to book a specific time and date in advance.

• Memberships:

  • Dragonpass, DreamFolks, and Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits. (Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.)

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Dragonpass, LoungeKey, and Priority Pass memberships, including:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Infinite, Platinum and Signature cards) and Mastercard in some markets

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 years old are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

This lounge offers the basics but is the lowest-rated of the lounges in this guide, so it is best accessed only as a backup when no other lounges are available.

After security, follow signs for Boarding Area A and go up to the mezzanine level.

05:15-21:45 (5:15am-9:45pm) daily

• Food and drink with buffet service, pastries, snacks, coffee, soft drinks and a small alcoholic selection

• Showers (extra charges apply; subject to availability)

• Wi-Fi

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Other Advance Purchase Options:

  • Lounge Pass offers 3-hour access for €40 (US$46).

• Memberships:

  • Dragonpass, DreamFolks, and Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits. (Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.)

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Dragonpass, LoungeKey, and Priority Pass memberships, including:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Infinite, Platinum and Signature cards) and Mastercard in some markets

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 years old are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

This lounge offers a solid alternative to the two Plaza Premium Lounges, especially for those who are looking to get some work done in a quiet environment.

After security, follow signs for Boarding Area A and go up to the mezzanine level.

05:30-22:00 (5:30am-10pm) daily

• Food and drink at a buffet and bar (complimentary alcohol)

• Showers (extra charges apply; subject to availability)

• Rest areas

• Wi-Fi

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Other Advance Purchase Options:

  • Plaza Premium offers 3-hour access for €49 (US$56). (You must book a specific time and date in advance.)

• Memberships:

  • Dragonpass, DreamFolks, and Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits. (Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.)

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Dragonpass, LoungeKey, and Priority Pass memberships, including:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Infinite, Platinum and Signature cards) and Mastercard in some markets

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 years old are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

This is the most premium lounge in T1. It is newer, more expensive and designed as an elevated experience rather than a straightforward space to just wait before your flight departs.

If the standard Plaza Premium Lounge is the best-value all-rounder, this is the version for travelers who want a more premium meal, extra privacy, and a noticeably stronger amenities mix before their flight.

This lounge includes table service and premium alcoholic beverages.

After security, follow signs for Boarding Area A and go up to the mezzanine level.

06:00-21:30 (6am-9:30pm) daily

• Gourmet buffet and à la carte menu

• Fine wines, premium spirits and signature cocktails

• Complimentary showers (subject to availability)

• More private seating zones than a standard lounge

• Playroom

• Nursing room

• Meeting rooms

• VIP room

• Wi-Fi

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Other Advance Purchase Options:

  • GetYourGuide offers 3-hour access for US$88.

  • Plaza Premium offers 2-hour access for €70 (US$81).

  • These options may require you to book a specific time and date in advance.

• Memberships:

  • DreamFolks members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits. (Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.)

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 years old are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Terminal 3 handles non-Schengen departures at FCO from the E-Gates. Here are your 3 paid options:

There are two more lounges in T3: the ITA Airways Piazza di Spagna and British Airways Lounges. These are exclusively accessed by those flying in a premium cabin or with elite status on ITA Airways (and its Star Alliance partners) or British Airways (and its oneworld partners), respectively.

This lounge offers the best value for non-Schengen departures. It has a contemporary feel with subtle nods to Roman design.

It’s bright and spacious, with a neutral palette and an open layout that still manages to create distinct zones for relaxing, working and dining.

Power outlets are easy to find, and the dining area is simple and well organised.

After passport control, go up to the upper level.

05:00-22:30 (5am-10:30pm) daily

• Buffet selection of hot and cold dishes

• Alcoholic beverages (extra charges apply), coffee, and soft drinks

• Showers (complimentary with LoungePair pass; extra charges can apply through other access methods; subject to availability)

• Meeting rooms

• Baby changing station

• Wi-Fi

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Other Advance Purchase Options:

  • GetYourGuide offers 3-hour access for US$51.

  • Klook offers 3-hour access for US$54.

  • Lounge Pass offers 3-hour access for €53 (US$61).

  • Plaza Premium offers 2-hour access for €48 (US$55).

  • These options may require you to book a specific time and date in advance.

• Memberships:

  • Dragonpass, DreamFolks, and Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits. (Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.)

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Dragonpass, LoungeKey, and Priority Pass memberships, including:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Infinite, Platinum and Signature cards) and Mastercard in some markets

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 years old are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

If the Plaza Premium Lounge is full and you're happy with a simple lounge, this option can make practical sense.

(This lounge is often called Prima Vista Lounge "Portus" to differentiate it from its T1 sibling.)

After passport control, go up to the upper level.

05:45-22:45 (5:45am-10:45pm) daily

• Standard lounge buffet

• Basic alcoholic options, coffee, and soft drinks

• Premium alcoholic options (extra charges apply)

• Showers (extra charges apply; subject to availability)

• Conference facilities

• Wi-Fi

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Other Advance Purchase Options:

  • Lounge Pass offers 3-hour access for €29 (US$33), with at least 24 hour advance booking and selection of a fixed date and time of use.

• Memberships:

  • Dragonpass, DreamFolks, and Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits. (Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.)

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Dragonpass, LoungeKey, and Priority Pass memberships, including:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Infinite, Platinum and Signature cards) and Mastercard in some markets

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 years old are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

The Emirates Lounge is a great option for eligible passengers. However, you must be booked on an Emirates flight to get in.

After passport control, go up to the upper level.

• 11:45-15:25 (11:45am-3:25pm) daily

• 18:10-21:50 (6:10pm-9:50pm) Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

• Extensive Middle Eastern and international food options

• Alcoholic drinks including premium spirits and champagne

• Soft drinks, coffee and tea

• Complimentary showers (subject to availability)

• Direct boarding from the lounge to the plane

• Restrooms

• Business zone

• Conference calling booths

• Printer

• Wi-Fi

This video shows what you can expect in the Emirates Lounge:

• Airline Status/Class:

  • Emirates passengers flying business or first class (excluding Business Class Special fares), as well as Skywards Gold/Platinum or Qantas Frequent Flyer Gold/Platinum/Platinum One members flying in any cabin.

• Walk Up Access: Emirates passengers who aren’t otherwise entitled to complimentary lounge access may purchase one-time access at the door with a credit or debit card.

  • US$125 (€109) for Emirates Skywards members (free to join)

  • US$155 (€135) for non-Skywards members

This is a public-area facility designed for passengers who want somewhere to relax, shower, work, or sleep before or after a flight.

Follow the directions to the train station. Once on the upper level, take the covered walkway and follow the directions to "Arrival Lounge & Day Rooms". It is only a two-minute walk from Terminals 1 and 3.

06:00-22:00 (6am-10pm) daily

• Small buffet

• À la carte dishes (extra charges apply)

• Coffee, tea and soft drinks

• Showers (extra charges apply, subject to availability)

• Relaxation area

• Wi-Fi

Private relaxation rooms with beds can be booked directly with the lounge operator.

Rooms include access to an ensuite bathroom with a shower.

Pricing starts at €100 (US$115) for a single room for 3 hours, and can top €180 (US$207) for a double room for 2 people for 6 hours.

Overall, this is a relatively well-rated option for passengers seeking privacy and rest.

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Other Advance Purchase Options:

  • The lounge operator offers 3-hour access to the lounge for €25 (US$29).

    • Air Rooms can also be booked for 3 or 6 hours blocks from €100 (US$115).

    • Standalone shower access is available for €25 (US$29). Due to limited availability, it is recommended to book your shower in advance online.

To learn more, read our full guide to the HelloSky Lounge at FCO.

Rome Fiumicino offers a wide range of paid lounge access options, with 8 lounges accessible by passengers flying in economy or premium economy.

For those flying within Italy or the Schengen Area, the two Plaza Premium Lounges in T1 are the standout options, with the standard Plaza Premium Lounge offering the best value and the Plaza Premium First Lounge offering an elevated experience (for a higher cost).

Passengers flying out of the Schengen Area are advised to use the Plaza Premium Lounge (in T3) for the best all-round experience.

And for travelers arriving in Rome and wanting to freshen up or sleep, the HelloSky facility is an easy two-minute walk from the terminals and offers comfortable beds and hot showers.