Plaza Premium Lounge
★4.7(8,763 reviews)FCO · Terminal 3 · airside
Fiumicino Terminal 1's flexible independent lounge — Priority Pass, SkyTeam or pay-in.
The Plaza Premium Lounge sits airside in Rome Fiumicino's Terminal 1, run by the world's largest independent airport lounge operator. It's one of the most flexible ways in at FCO Terminal 1: it welcomes all passengers regardless of airline or class of service on a pay-in basis, and also accepts Priority Pass and SkyTeam status. The lounge follows the familiar Plaza Premium template, with a hot and cold buffet, a bar serving wines, beers and spirits, Wi-Fi and a mix of seating zones for relaxing or working before a flight. Because it covers several access types in one place, it's a default recommendation for many travellers leaving from Terminal 1.
Crowding · busy at peak
A workable spot before a flight, with Wi-Fi, power at many seats and seating you can use for a laptop. Fine for email and light work, though it isn't a dedicated business lounge.
A hot and cold buffet in the usual Plaza Premium style — hot dishes, salads, sandwiches and snacks alongside a bar serving wines, beers and spirits, plus coffee, tea and soft drinks. The spread refreshes through the day to suit early and later departures.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
After clearing security in Terminal 1, follow the airside signage for the lounges to reach the Plaza Premium Lounge.
- 01Check in at Terminal 1
- 02Clear Terminal 1 security
- 03Follow airside lounge signage
- 04Arrive at the Plaza Premium Lounge
Landmarks: Terminal 1 airside departures · Duty free area
ℹ Airside - The lounge is located in area E, near the Italian food street. Extra Schengen departures.
SkyTeam Elite Plus
Priority PassIncluded: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary hot buffet · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary house wine and beer · Complimentary liquor
Facts checked by LoungeDeal on Jul 17, 2026
- —Children under 2 enter free
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Make the most of it.
Booking a pay-in day pass online ahead of time is usually cheaper than paying at the door.
Priority Pass and SkyTeam status both get you in — bring your card or boarding pass.
This lounge is Terminal 1 only — pick a Terminal 3 lounge if your flight leaves from there.
Arrive early at peak departure banks to be sure of a seat.
The terminals don't connect airside, so confirm your departure terminal first.
Quick answers.
Yes — Priority Pass is accepted at the Terminal 1 Plaza Premium Lounge. Check capacity at busy times.
Yes — the lounge welcomes all passengers on a pay-in basis regardless of airline or class. Booking online ahead is usually cheaper than at the door.
Terminal 1, airside after security. The terminals don't connect airside, so make sure your flight departs from Terminal 1.
