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Heraklion Intl. | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport

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Transportation to Rome Airport from the City Center

Ciampino Intl. - G. B. Pastine Airport

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.

Taxi

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.

Bus

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.  

Train

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.

Rental Cars

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.

Airport Information

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.

Last Updated: 18 Apr 2019

Fiumicino Intl. - Leonardo Da Vinci Airport

From Rome City Center to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport Train The Leonardo Express is the direct train that serves routes between the Termini in Rome city center and Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport. The train operates between 05.20 and 22.35, and every 15-30 minutes, depending on time and day. As the airport is located about 26 kilometers from Rome city center, the duration of the ride is about 30-35 minutes. A one-way ticket costs 14 EUR, you will not be charged extra for baggage, and pets are allowed too. Airport Shuttles Terravision Shuttle buses operate between Termini in Rome city center and Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport. The ride takes around 60-70 minutes, has five stops, and costs 6 EUR for a one-way round. The routes start at 4.30 in the morning from Termini in Rome and continue until 19.50. Taxi There are numerous taxi companies that you can choose as transportation from Rome city center to Leonardo da Vinci- Fiumicino International Airport. The pricing is fixed between the city center and the airport, which is 48 EUR. You can find operating taxis 24/7 and the ride takes around 30-40 minutes, depending on the traffic. Rental Car You can find numerous options for rental car companies in the Rome city center. From international brands like Avis, Budget, Hertz, Europcar, and Sixt, to local companies, there are endless options. While the prices may differ according to several factors such as duration, car type, and more, you can find as low as 15-25 EUR per day. If you are planning to use a rental car as an option for transportation from Rome city center to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport, do not forget to ask whether you can drop off the car at the airport, to avoid encountering problems later. Hotel Shuttles Hotel shuttles are always a good idea, especially for larger groups and many pieces of baggage. Some hotels provide transportation services from Rome city center to Leonardo da Vinci- Fiumicino International Airport, and vice versa. While booking you can ask whether they do so and if they apply a fee or if it is free of charge. Do not forget to share your flight time as well.
Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019

Transportation to Heraklion City Center from Airport

Although Heraklion is the largest residential area in Crete, especially the old city district is proper for walking. You can explore the whole city with a comfortable shoe, but you should always consider the weather. On the other hand, it is possible to explore the city by participating in the tours of many tourism agencies. Public transportation in the city is provided by buses. You can get to the whole city by buses, which will take you from the main bus stops A, B, and C.

Of course, there are many ferry and boat services in Heraklion, the biggest port city of Crete island. From there you can travel to many ports such as Santorini, Ios, Mykonos or Rhodes. Daily ferry service to Piraeus Port is also organized. It is possible to reach Athens from this port. You can rent a car in the city. Motorcycles and scooters, as well as cars, are quite common. It provides not only an ideal way of transportation to visit the city in warm weather but also an easy access to the other settlements of Crete Island such as Ayios Nikolaos and Chania. You can reach these cities by following the E75 highway. Traffic in the city can be really busy from time to time. Usually, there is an irregular traffic flow and road works are done. You can see the taxi almost everywhere in the city. However, it is not allowed to stop a taxi on the road, you need to use the taxi stops. You can see the taxi stops in front of the port, the bus station, and the airport. It is possible to use it not only for short trips but also as a private tour vehicle as well.

Taxis do not have a standard price policy, so if you can agree on the fare you can travel the whole city by having breaks at the important places of the city. All signs in Crete Island are written in English, using Latin alphabet as well as Greek alphabet, so you will not have trouble during transportation. The most used transportation vehicle from Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport to the city center is taxi. Buses are available for those who prefer to use public transportation. If you rent a car at the airport, you can easily reach the surrounding cities, not just the city center.

Bus

You can use the buses to the city center from bus stops at the airport terminal exit. The services are quite frequent, buses depart every 5 minutes. The services are rare only on Sundays. Buses start to pick up passengers early in the morning and continue its services until late in the evening.

Taxi

You can easily see the taxi stop when you leave the airport arrival terminal. Getting to the city center by taxi is easy and fast. If you wish, you can reserve a taxi for you by contacting the airport taxi station in advance.

Rent a car

Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport has 9 different vehicle rental companies that you can rent cars or motorbikes. You can make your vehicle rental operations online before your flight. You must remember that you must have international competence in order to be able to drive in Crete. The airport is located right on the E75 highway.

Last Updated: 16 Aug 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

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Which airports can I use for Rome-Heraklion flights?

For Rome-Heraklion flights, you can use Ciampino Intl. - G. B. Pastine Airport, Fiumicino Intl. - Leonardo Da Vinci Airport as departure airport, and Heraklion Intl. | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Rome-Heraklion and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Rome-Heraklion is 1316 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 30 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Rome-Heraklion flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Rome-Heraklion flights is Monday.

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