Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (LIRA)
Large airport · Rome, Lazio, Italy
Airport data
| Name | Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | LIRA |
| IATA | CIA |
| Elevation | 427 ft (130 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 41°47'56" E 12°35'43" 41.79877, 12.59533 |
| Location | Rome, Lazio, Italy |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
About Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport on Wikipedia
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 7,226 ft (2202 m) | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport at a glance
Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport is a large airport in Rome, Lazio, Italy, known to airline systems as CIA. The field elevation of 427 ft (130 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at LIRA are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 15/33, offers 7,226 ft (2202 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 15 points roughly 150° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for LIRA shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rome Urbe Airport | LIRU | 19 km (10 NM) |
| Pratica di Mare Air Base | LIRE | 20 km (11 NM) |
| Guidonia Air Base | LIRG | 24 km (13 NM) |
| Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport | LIRF | 28 km (15 NM) |
| Latina Air Base | LIRL | 39 km (21 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 427 ft field elevation of Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 74 airports and airfields we list for Italy — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport is LIRA, and its IATA code is CIA. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport above sea level?
Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport sits at an elevation of 427 feet (130 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport located?
The airport lies at 41.7988, 12.5953 — in Rome, Lazio, Italy, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Rome Urbe Airport, about 19 km away.
Does LIRA publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for LIRA appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport?
Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport has one runway. The longest, 15/33, measures 7,226 ft (2202 m) with a ASP surface.