Is there a shuttle service to the airport?
na-VET-ta — three syllables, stress on the second.
Ask at check-in to plan your departure. Airport shuttles must usually be booked in advance.
'Navetta' means a small shuttle vehicle, from 'nave' (ship) — the diminutive suggests a small craft going back and forth. 'Servizio navetta' (shuttle service) is the standard term. Always book airport transfers well in advance.
Come si prenota la navetta?
How do I book the shuttle?
Ask for the booking procedure — often done at reception or via phone
A che ora parte la navetta?
What time does the shuttle depart?
Shuttle times are typically fixed — check they match your flight
Quanto costa il trasferimento in aeroporto?
How much does the airport transfer cost?
Compare the hotel shuttle price with a taxi before booking
Italian airports have variable security queue times. Rome Fiumicino and Milan Malpensa can have very long queues in peak season. A reliable rule is to arrive at least two hours before departure for domestic and three hours for international flights.