What is the tower frequency at LIRF?

The tower frequency at Fiumicino is 118.7 MHz.

Does LIRF require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Fiumicino (Italy).

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Fiumicino

Fiumicino (LIRF/FCO) serves Rome, Italy. This is a major international airport with 4 runways (07/25, 16C/34C). Field elevation is 13 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Section Breakdown

Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LIRF
Name: Fiumicino
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 41.804531
Longitude: 12.251998
Elevation: 13 ft
Country: Italy
Municipality: Rome
IATA Code: FCO
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Rome
Distance from City: 21.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07/25

Designation: 07/25
Dimensions: 10849 X 147
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 16C/34C

Designation: 16C/34C
Dimensions: 11818 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 16L/34R

Designation: 16L/34R
Dimensions: 12801 X 196
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB, RNAV (GNSS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 16R/34L

Designation: 16R/34L
Dimensions: 12801 X 196
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GNSS)
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 MHz
Ground: 121.800 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 121.850 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.adr.it/portal/portal/adr/Fiumicino/Leonardo_da_vinci/Header_Window?action=2
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Weight-based, approx EUR 5-9 per tonne MTOW
Parking Fee: EUR 0.20-0.50 per tonne per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: EUR
Remarks: Level 3 slot coordinated. ADR (Aeroporti di Roma) published tariff. Italy's largest airport.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: ENI, Kuwait Petroleum and other suppliers. Hydrant on main aprons.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Polizia di Frontiera on-site 24h. Non-Schengen at Terminal 3.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: 24h operation. Night noise surcharges 23:00-06:00. Noise monitoring active. Four runways (two pairs of parallels).

Alternates

LIRU

ICAO: LIRU
Name: Urbe
Distance (NM): 14.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at Rome-Urbe where available.

LIRA

ICAO: LIRA
Name: Ciampino
Distance (NM): 15.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen port of entry. Immigration available. Close to Rome city center.

LIRZ

ICAO: LIRZ
Name: San Francesco
Distance (NM): 78.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at Perugia where available.

LIBP

ICAO: LIBP
Name: Pescara
Distance (NM): 93.8
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Schengen airport. Border control for arrivals from non-Schengen states only. EU/EEA nationals may use e-gates at Pescara where available.

Airport Services

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Italy Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: 3 working days (non-EU operators). EU/EASA-state operators: no permit needed.
Landing Lead Time: 20 business days (annual/blanket charter permit for known operators). 45 business days (first-time operators or those not operating in Italy in last 2 IATA seasons). 5 business days (single-flight permit). 15 business days (series of flights).

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. PPR at major airports.

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Nearby Airports

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LIRF?: The tower frequency at Fiumicino is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at LIRF?: Fiumicino offers Jet A-1.
Does LIRF require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Fiumicino (Italy).

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