Popular Airport | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Intl. Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 7 hour 20 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 5885 Km |
The Ciampino Airport, located 12 km away, is accessible from central Rome by bus, train, taxi, rental car and personal car. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the Ciampino Airport from the city. You can utilize a variety of transportation methods to get to the airport.
The fastest and most convenient way to get to the airport from the city center is a taxi. We recommend checking the traffic before you leave and timing it accordingly. Taking a taxi to the airport is a more cost-effective transportation method because it is the fastest option.
You can also get to Ciampino Airport from the city center by bus. Compared to taxis buses are a more economical alternative. After a comfortable journey you will find yourself at the airport. The city has many different bus lines. You can opt to use one of the following bus companies: Atral, Cotral, Sit, Terravision and Schiaffini.
Another transportation method many passengers prefer is the train. Trains depart every half hour from central Rome and get to the airport in a short amount of time.
In addition to rental car offices located in the airport there are many offices located in the city center as well. The airport is accessible by car so if you’re planning to stay for a couple of days, renting a car for that duration is ideal. You can drop off the car at the airport the day of your departure. Rental car agencies you can choose from include Sicily, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Locauto, Maggiore, Sixt and Goldcar.
One of Rome’s busiest airports, Ciampino Airport consists of one passenger terminal building, which contains both the international and domestic terminals. The airport features a medical center, lost and found, baby care rooms, information, and many venues for shopping and eating and drinking.
Stores where you can go shopping include Aelia Duty Free, American Express, Air Store, Excatta Group Internet Point, Fedon, I dolci di nonna Vincenza, Just Design, Punto nel Mondo, Sanifarma Store and Truestar Securebag.
Venues where you can enjoy something to eat or drink include Chef Express, Gusto Moka, Moka Rosso Sapore and Moka.
Many transportation options are available, including:
Taxis are available at the exit of the arrival area of Terminal 1. It is advisable to negotiate and agree on the fare with the driver beforehand since some taxis do not have taximeters. For a more reliable option, you can request a prepaid taxi from the counter inside Terminal 1 or use ride-hailing services. Travel time to the city center varies depending on traffic conditions but generally takes around 20 minutes.
Car rental companies operate within the arriving passenger area of Terminal 1. Due to heavy traffic and varying adherence to traffic rules in Ahmedabad, it is often recommended for foreigners to rent a car with a driver. It takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the city center under normal traffic conditions.
Several bus routes operated by Ahmedabad Janmarg Limited (AJL) and private companies connect the airport to the city center. Routes 105 and 101 travel to Lal Darwaja Bus Station, while routes 16 and 06 go to the main railway station. Travel time can vary due to traffic conditions. Buses can be crowded, so they may not be the best option for travelers with heavy luggage. Passengers can transfer from these stations to reach other parts of the city or nearby regions.