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Abu Dhabi International Airport vs Rome Fiumicino Airport

Detailed comparison of AUH and FCO on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.

Verdict

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) scores higher overall at 8.4/10 versus Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) at 7.7/10.

Score comparison

Metric Abu Dhabi International Airport Rome Fiumicino Airport
FlightLogic Score 8.4 7.7
On-Time Performance 8.3 7.5
Passenger Experience 8.5 7.6
Facilities & Comfort 8.6 8.0
Lounge Score 9.0 7.8
City Abu Dhabi Rome
Country United Arab Emirates Italy
Terminals 1 terminal (new Midfield Terminal opened 2024) 3 terminals (T1, T3 Schengen/Non-Schengen)
Annual passengers 25M+ 49M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy AUH — Abu FCO — Rome
Rail / public transport ——
To city centre ——
Lounge day pass ——
Min. connection time ——
Primary hub carriers ——

Detailed profiles

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · AUH · #1 in this comparison

Abu Dhabi International Airport

1 terminal (new Midfield Terminal opened 2024) · 25M+ passengers/year

8.4 / 10

How good is Abu Dhabi International Airport?

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) scores 8.4/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.3), passenger experience (8.5), and facilities (8.6). Lounge quality rates 9.0/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Abu Dhabi AUH is rated 8.4/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 9.0/10. Etihad First and Business lounges in the new Midfield Terminal are the premium benchmark. Single-terminal connections are efficient — allow 75+ minutes for intercontinental transfers. See /guides/auh-airport-lounge-guide.

FlightLogic Score 8.4 Excellent
On-time 8.3 Departure reliability
Experience 8.5 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.6 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 9.0 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
8.3
Passenger Experience
8.5
Facilities & Comfort
8.6
Lounge score 9.0/10

Highlights

  • Etihad First and Business lounges in the new Midfield Terminal — among the highest lounge scores in the Gulf at 9.0/10
  • Single-terminal design simplifies connections vs older multi-terminal layouts
  • Strong UK–Asia and UK–Australia routings on Etihad with competitive business class fares
  • US Pre-Clearance available for select Etihad departures to the United States

Overview

Etihad Airways hub with the new Midfield Terminal — First and Business lounges rivalling Dubai and Doha for Gulf premium ground product.

Etihad lounges and Midfield Terminal

The 2024 Midfield Terminal consolidates Etihad operations with new First and Business lounges featuring à la carte dining, spa treatments, and dedicated quiet zones. First Lounge includes private suites for qualifying passengers.

Compare AUH against Dubai (DXB) and Doha (DOH) for Gulf hub routing — Etihad often prices competitively on UK–Asia business class.

UK traveller notes

Etihad flies direct from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi with strong connections to Maldives, Seychelles, India, and Australia. UK261 does not apply to AUH departures; EU261 may apply on EU-origin sectors.

Careem and Uber operate from signed pick-up zones landside — see our Careem Dubai guide for similar Gulf ride-hail patterns.

Rome, Italy · FCO · #2 in this comparison

Rome Fiumicino Airport

3 terminals (T1, T3 Schengen/Non-Schengen) · 49M+ passengers/year

7.7 / 10

How good is Rome Fiumicino Airport?

Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) scores 7.7/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.5), passenger experience (7.6), and facilities (8.0). Lounge quality rates 7.8/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Rome FCO scores 7.7/10 — Italy's #1 airport. Leonardo Express to Termini ~32 min. ITA Airways SkyTeam hub. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-italy and /guides/rome-airport-lounge-guide.

FlightLogic Score 7.7 Very Good
On-time 7.5 Departure reliability
Experience 7.6 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.0 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.8 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.5
Passenger Experience
7.6
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score 7.8/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK gateway to Rome, Lazio, and central Italy — Leonardo Express to Termini ~32 min
  • ITA Airways (SkyTeam) hub — connections to Sicily, Sardinia, and southern Italy
  • ITA Lounge and SkyTeam lounges T3; Priority Pass at Plaza Premium
  • EU261 on EU departures; UK261 on UK-return legs

Overview

Italy's busiest airport and primary UK gateway to Rome — ITA Airways hub with dense easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2, and BA schedules from London and regional UK.

UK routes

BA, ITA Airways, easyJet, Ryanair, and Jet2 from LHR, LGW, STN, and MAN. Compare Milan (/airports/milan) for northern Italy and fashion/business routing.

Allow 90+ min for T3 security at peak UK bank holiday departures.

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FAQ

Which is better, Abu Dhabi International Airport or Rome Fiumicino Airport?

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) scores higher overall at 8.4/10 versus Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) at 7.7/10.

Which has better lounges, AUH or FCO?

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) scores higher for lounges at 9.0/10, versus Rome Fiumicino Airport at 7.8/10.

Which airport is more on-time, AUH or FCO?

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) has stronger on-time performance at 8.3/10 versus Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) at 7.5/10.