Venice Marco Polo Airport
Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia
Venice, Italy · Since 1961
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About VCE
Venice Marco Polo Airport is the main international airport serving Venice and the surrounding Veneto region. Located on the edge of the Venetian Lagoon about 8 km north of Venice, it offers a unique arrival experience with water taxi and water bus options directly to the historic center. The airport handles nearly 12 million passengers annually and serves as a gateway to one of the world's most iconic cities, as well as nearby destinations like Treviso, Padua, and the Dolomites.
Terminals
Main Terminal
Venice Marco Polo has a single terminal building with two levels. Departures are on the upper level with Schengen and non-Schengen areas. The terminal was renovated and expanded with a new pier for non-Schengen flights.
Minimum Connection Times (MCT)
Airlines at VCE
easyJet
Main Terminal
ITA Airways
Main Terminal
Ryanair
Main Terminal
Volotea
Main Terminal
Aegean Airlines
Aer Lingus
Air Arabia
Air Canada
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Getting There & Away
Alilaguna water buses connect directly to Venice via the lagoon (60-90 min). ATVO and ACTV buses run to Piazzale Roma (20 min). Water taxis offer private, fast service to Venice hotels (30 min). Land taxis go to Piazzale Roma.
Taxi
$45-55 (land taxi to Piazzale Roma)
20-30 min to city center
Public Transport
$8-15
20-90 min depending on mode to city center
Parking at VCE
P1 Marco Polo
P3 Long Stay
Park4You Premium
Airport Lounges
Marco Polo Club Lounge
Main Terminal
Elegant lounge with Venetian-inspired decor located in the Schengen departures area. Offers Italian food and wine, prosecco from the Veneto region, comfortable seating, and views over the lagoon.
ITA Airways Lounge Tintoretto
Main Terminal
Named after the famous Venetian painter, this lounge offers refined Italian cuisine, prosecco, and a quiet atmosphere. Located in the Schengen area near gate B gates.
Where to Stay
Connected Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott Venice Airport
Connected to terminal via covered walkway
Directly connected to the airport terminal via covered walkway. Modern rooms, restaurant, and bar. Day rooms available.
Nearby Hotels
Hotel Annia
5 minutes by shuttle from terminal
Comfortable hotel near the airport with free shuttle service. Good value alternative to Venice island hotels.
Food & Dining
Culto Cafe
Italian
Italian restaurant serving quality pasta dishes, risottos, and Italian coffee. Reliable option with good vegetarian choices.
06:30-21:00
Antica Murrina Cafe
Cafe/Pastry
Main Terminal (Landside)
Coffee bar and pastry shop near the Murano glass display. Excellent espresso and traditional Italian pastries including tramezzini (Venetian sandwiches).
05:30-22:00
Bottega dei Sapori
Italian/Venetian
Main Terminal (Airside)
Authentic Venetian cuisine featuring cicchetti (Venetian tapas), fresh seafood pasta, and local wines including prosecco and Valpolicella. A genuine taste of Venice before departure.
06:00-21:30
Carluccio's
Italian
Main Terminal (Airside)
Italian restaurant chain serving quality pasta dishes, risottos, and Italian coffee. Reliable option with good vegetarian choices.
06:30-21:00
Car Rental
Hertz
Arrivals hall, ground floor
Cars cannot enter Venice island. Park at Piazzale Roma or Tronchetto. Useful for the Veneto mainland and Dolomites.
Avis
Arrivals hall, ground floor
Convenient for trips to Padua, Verona, or the Dolomites. Venice is car-free.
Locauto
Arrivals hall, ground floor
Italian rental company with competitive prices for the Veneto region.
What to Do During a Layover
Explore the City
These activities require leaving the airport. Make sure you have valid visa and enough time before your next flight.
Explore Murano Glass Island
Take the Alilaguna water bus to Murano island (30 min). Watch master glassblowers at work and visit the Glass Museum.
Venetian Food Tasting
Explore cicchetti bars (Venetian tapas) in the Rialto market area. Try baccala mantecato, sarde in saor, and local prosecco.
Visit Venice by Water Bus
Take the Alilaguna water bus from the airport dock across the lagoon to Venice. Explore St. Marks Square and the Rialto Bridge. Allow 4-5 hours minimum.
Practical Information
WiFi & Connectivity
- Free WiFi: Yes (Unlimited)
- Speed Rating: ●●●●○
- Power Outlets: Type L (Italian), Type F (Schuko)
- SIM Cards: Available for purchase
Services
- Left Luggage: $7-12/day
- Medical Services: Available
- Prayer Rooms: Available
Family Facilities
- Children's Play Areas
- Nursing Rooms
- Family Restrooms
Money & Currency
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Tipping: Tipping is not expected in Italy. A coperto (cover charge) applies at restaurants. Rounding up for water taxis is appreciated.
Smoking Areas
Outdoor smoking areas outside the terminal
Insider Tips
Water taxis are expensive but an unforgettable arrival experience. The Alilaguna water bus is the scenic budget option to reach Venice directly. ATVO express buses to Piazzale Roma are the fastest public option.
Facilities & Contact
Airport Facilities
Free Wi-Fi, currency exchange, ATMs, duty-free shopping, restaurants and cafes, VIP lounges, car rental desks, pharmacy, left luggage, tourist information, nursing room, prayer room
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