Skip to content
Counterwise

No. 35 of 37 at FCO

Drivalia

at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport

Short walk
Counterwise Score 2.2 out of 10, rated Poor.Medium consensusCheck prices ↓

At a glance

  • Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is ranked No. 35 of 37 car rental desks at the airport, with a Counterwise Score of 2.2/10 (Poor).
  • The Drivalia desk is in a nearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal at Rome Fiumicino Airport (walking time not confirmed yet).
  • A credit card in the main driver's name is required; the deposit amount is not confirmed yet.
  • Fuel policy: not confirmed yet. Opening hours: 07:00–23:00 daily.
  • Main red flag from travellers: Many recent reviews (about 30 in the past year) report damage charges of roughly 60 to 700 euros that travellers say cover marks already on the car, often with photos or video disputed or ignored by the claims team..

Based on 281 reviews analysed · Last updated · How scores work

The short version

Based on about 245 informative Google reviews after excluding 19 unreliable ones, spanning roughly 26 months, this desk is rated poorly. Travellers repeatedly report waits of 1 to 3 hours at a thinly staffed desk, handovers refused over credit-card rules, and damage or fuel charges they dispute. A minority report quick, trouble-free rentals with no upselling and fast deposit release, and the web evidence is mostly old, undated or mixed.

AI-assisted summary of 281 recent Google reviews and web reports, reviewed by our editor on 13 November 2026. How we do it

Score breakdown

Each sub-score is out of 10. Higher is always better for you. How the weights work

Deposit & damage disputes(30% of score)

Poor2.5/10

How often travellers report surprise damage charges, slow deposit refunds or disputed scratches. Based on 70 reports · high confidence.

Counter upselling(20% of score)

Poor4.0/10

Pressure to buy extra insurance, upgrades or add-ons at the desk. Higher means less pressure. Based on 25 reports · medium confidence.

Booking honoured(20% of score)

Poor2.0/10

Whether you get the car category and the price you booked, without new fees at the counter. Based on 55 reports · high confidence.

Queue time(15% of score)

Poor1.5/10

Typical wait from reaching the desk (or shuttle stop) to holding the keys. Based on 75 reports · high confidence.

Car condition(15% of score)

Poor3.5/10

Cleanliness, mileage and mechanical state of the cars handed out. Based on 45 reports · high confidence.

How this score was built

  • AI analysis of reviews and web reports (the sub-scores above, weighted): 2.7 · counts 70%
  • Star ratings on review platforms, rescaled against all desks we rate: 0.0 · counts 30%
  • 19 of 300 recent reviews excluded as unreliable (solicited staff praise, other locations, other reasons…). How we clean reviews
  • Pulled 10% toward the airport average, because recent reviews are few (135 after weighting by age).

Medium consensusOur independent signals mostly agree, with some differences.

What travellers flag

Red flags (5)

  • Many recent reviews (about 30 in the past year) report damage charges of roughly 60 to 700 euros that travellers say cover marks already on the car, often with photos or video disputed or ignored by the claims team.uk.trustpilot.comautoeurope.co.ukreddit.com
  • Repeated reports of 1 to 3 hour waits at the pickup desk, usually with one agent serving a long line and sometimes a further wait for the car to be prepared; this is the most consistent complaint across the past year.
  • Handovers refused or bookings cancelled at the desk in many reviews: card not in the driver's name, card without printed numbers, debit or virtual cards, or arriving 1 to 3 hours late. Refunds are often reported as refused or very slow.easyterra.comrental24.co.uk
  • Several recent reviews describe security deposits returned late or not at all, plus post-rental charges for fuel, battery charging or cleaning that travellers dispute.uk.trustpilot.com
  • Many reviews say the branch's phone and email are never answered, including after breakdowns or when a replacement car is needed.

Green flags (4)

  • A minority of recent reviews describe smooth pickup and return, near-new cars, no pushy upselling and fair prices, mostly from travellers who had a card in the driver's name and booked directly or with full cover.
  • A few reviews report deposit holds released within hours or the same day after return.
  • The desk is in the airport's car-rental area, reached on foot via a pedestrian tunnel, with the return in car park B near the terminal.qeeq.comqeeq.comtheroadreel.com
  • Several repeat customers, including monthly renters, say they have rented here regularly with no problems.

Practical facts

LocationNearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal (minutes not confirmed yet)source
Opening hours07:00–23:00 dailysource
Credit card requiredYes, in the main driver’s namesource
Typical depositNot confirmed yet
Fuel policyNot confirmed yet
Shares the desk withNo other brands

“Not confirmed yet” means we have not verified that fact yet. We never guess.

Sources

Web pages behind this rating’s facts and flags, found through search APIs. The review analysis also used 281 recent Google reviews of this desk, which we do not republish.

Before you go

Tick these off at the counter. (Nothing is saved; it's just for you.)

Drivalia at other airports and stations

Same brand, different counter. We rate each location on its own.

Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino Airport: questions and answers

Is Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino Airport any good?

Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport has a Counterwise Score of 2.2/10 (Poor) and is ranked No. 35 of 37 desks at the airport. Main green flag: A minority of recent reviews describe smooth pickup and return, near-new cars, no pushy upselling and fair prices, mostly from travellers who had a card in the driver's name and booked directly or with full cover.. Main red flag: Many recent reviews (about 30 in the past year) report damage charges of roughly 60 to 700 euros that travellers say cover marks already on the car, often with photos or video disputed or ignored by the claims team..

Do I need a credit card to rent from Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

Yes. Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport requires a credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit.

How much is the deposit at Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

The deposit amount at Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is not confirmed yet. Check the rental terms when you book. The lowest confirmed starting deposit at this airport is at Locauto (€100–€500).

Where is the Drivalia desk at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

The Drivalia desk is in a nearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal at Rome Fiumicino Airport (walking time not confirmed yet).

What are the opening hours of Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

Drivalia at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is open 07:00–23:00 daily. Fuel policy: not confirmed yet.

Other desks at Rome Fiumicino Airport

Ranked by Counterwise Score. Compare all 37 desks side by side