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No. 11 of 37 at FCO

Locauto

at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport

Short walkNo credit card needed
Counterwise Score 5.3 out of 10, rated Poor.High consensusCheck prices ↓

At a glance

  • Locauto at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is ranked No. 11 of 37 car rental desks at the airport, with a Counterwise Score of 5.3/10 (Poor).
  • The Locauto desk is in a nearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal at Rome Fiumicino Airport (walking time not confirmed yet).
  • No credit card is required (debit cards accepted); the typical deposit is €100–€500.
  • Fuel policy: full to full. Opening hours: 07:00–23:59 daily; out-of-hours pick-up EUR 43.20 by email; out-of-hours returns free.
  • Main red flag from travellers: At least 10 reviews in the last 12 months, most from Aug-Nov 2026, report damage charges they dispute, for example small marks or lock faults not shown at pickup, sometimes sent by email after return. A recent Trustpilot post describes a €500 damage claim reduced to about €230 after a dispute..

Based on 180 reviews analysed · Last updated · How scores work

The short version

Based on about 140 usable written Google reviews over roughly 28 months (193 listings in total, 29 of them star-only and 13 excluded), most travellers report near-new clean cars, no deposit and fast pickup with online check-in. Since August 2026, however, there is a clear cluster of complaints about disputed damage and tyre charges, long waits at the shared counter and not receiving the booked car category. Web evidence is mixed and mostly undated or from aggregator pages.

AI-assisted summary of 180 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)

Poor3.5/10

How often travellers report surprise damage charges, slow deposit refunds or disputed scratches. Based on 48 reports · high confidence.

Counter upselling(20% of score)

Mixed6.5/10

Pressure to buy extra insurance, upgrades or add-ons at the desk. Higher means less pressure. Based on 12 reports · medium confidence.

Booking honoured(20% of score)

Poor5.5/10

Whether you get the car category and the price you booked, without new fees at the counter. Based on 28 reports · medium confidence.

Queue time(15% of score)

Poor5.5/10

Typical wait from reaching the desk (or shuttle stop) to holding the keys. Based on 40 reports · high confidence.

Car condition(15% of score)

Mixed7.0/10

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): 5.3 · counts 70%
  • Star ratings on review platforms, rescaled against all desks we rate: 5.5 · counts 30%
  • 13 of 193 recent reviews excluded as unreliable (solicited staff praise, duplicates, broker-only disputes). How we clean reviews
  • Pulled 15% toward the airport average, because recent reviews are few (85 after weighting by age).

High consensusOur independent signals (AI review analysis, web reports and star ratings) point the same way.

What travellers flag

Red flags (5)

  • At least 10 reviews in the last 12 months, most from Aug-Nov 2026, report damage charges they dispute, for example small marks or lock faults not shown at pickup, sometimes sent by email after return. A recent Trustpilot post describes a €500 damage claim reduced to about €230 after a dispute.uk.trustpilot.com
  • Waits of about 45 minutes to 2 hours are reported at the counter shared with other brands, often with only one or two staff on duty, in evenings and in peak summer.
  • Several recent reviews report not getting the booked car: a lower category with no price adjustment, a manual instead of an automatic car, no car available with no refund, and one refusal over a driving licence condition.
  • Three recent reviews report tyre problems with charges of roughly €150-250 for assistance or tyre foam, or no help with a leaking tyre.
  • Three reviews in the last 12 months describe unexpected fuel add-ons or late-return day rates that travellers say were not clearly explained.

Green flags (4)

  • Several reviewers say no deposit was requested, or only a symbolic card authorisation, and one reports the hold released straight away. Recent travel guides say the same.autorentwiz.comcarsrentalitaly.com
  • Many recent reviews describe new, clean, low-mileage cars, and several mention free upgrades.
  • Pickup in 5-20 minutes is reported by several reviewers, particularly those who used online or smart check-in.
  • A few recent reviews say staff walked round the car with the customer at pickup and return, noted existing damage, and charged nothing extra.

Practical facts

LocationNearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal (minutes not confirmed yet)source
Opening hours07:00–23:59 daily; out-of-hours pick-up EUR 43.20 by email; out-of-hours returns freesource
Credit card requiredNo, debit cards accepted (check conditions)source
Typical deposit€100–€500source
Fuel policyFull to fullsource
Shares the desk withEnterprise, Alamo, National

“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 180 recent Google reviews of this desk, which we do not republish.

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Locauto at Rome Fiumicino Airport: questions and answers

Is Locauto at Rome Fiumicino Airport any good?

Locauto at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport has a Counterwise Score of 5.3/10 (Poor) and is ranked No. 11 of 37 desks at the airport. Main green flag: Several reviewers say no deposit was requested, or only a symbolic card authorisation, and one reports the hold released straight away. Recent travel guides say the same.. Main red flag: At least 10 reviews in the last 12 months, most from Aug-Nov 2026, report damage charges they dispute, for example small marks or lock faults not shown at pickup, sometimes sent by email after return. A recent Trustpilot post describes a €500 damage claim reduced to about €230 after a dispute..

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

No. Locauto at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport does not require a credit card; debit cards are accepted. Check the conditions when you book.

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

The typical deposit at Locauto at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is €100–€500. That is the lowest starting deposit at this airport.

Where is the Locauto desk at Rome Fiumicino Airport?

The Locauto desk is in a nearby car park or building, a short walk from the terminal at Rome Fiumicino Airport (walking time not confirmed yet). It shares the counter with Enterprise, Alamo and National.

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

Locauto at Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is open 07:00–23:59 daily; out-of-hours pick-up EUR 43.20 by email; out-of-hours returns free. Fuel policy: full to full.

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