Transportation from VCE airport to the installation should be pre-discussed between the inbound DoD member and sponsor. Due to vehicle sizes, sponsors may not have room for inbound DoD member, their families, pet and luggage. There are a few options if your sponsor is not able to provide transportation from the airport.
There is a Military Community Liaison Office managed by Vicenza Army Base that can provide support to all service members arriving into the Venice Macro Polo airport. To reach them:
We ask that all shuttle request forms be filled out and returned to our office via ORG box. Make sure to read the form carefully and fill out ALL required travel information fields (including payment details) before submitting your request. Return your completed PATRIOT SHUTTLE REQUEST to 31FSS.ITT.AVIANO@US.AF.MIL with the following subject line:
INBOUND or OUTBOUND / LAST NAME, FIRST NAME / DATE OF SHUTTLE PICKUP
If you have any questions regarding a new or existing Patriot Shuttle reservation, please call or email us during our normal hours of operation.
Please note that the shuttle service provides pickup and drop-off at a single specified location (ie. VCE Airport to Main Lodging building, home address to airport, base dorms to local train station, etc). Additionally, per ITT's current contract with the company that operates the Patriot Shuttle Service, "The shuttle requirement will be on as needed basis and upon call placed by authorized ITT personnel only." DO NOT reach out to make shuttle arrangements with the shuttle company POCs unless communication is involving a last-minute change within 24 hours (ie. delayed flight, change in pickup/drop-off time, change in pickup/drop-off location, etc.). If you have any questions or need further clarification on these terms, contact the ITT office during open hours.
Inbound DoD members and/or their sponsors can arrange a private taxi or shuttle service to pick up an inbound DoD member from the airport. Fees charged for this type of service are reimbursable.
Radio Taxi Pordenone: +39 0434-368-020
It takes around 1 hour to clear customs; schedule shuttle/taxi time accordingly. No matter which transportation option you choose to get to Aviano from the Airport, be sure to mention you are traveling with a pet. If booking the Patriot Shuttle, simply indicate this in your booking notes.
Note: any pet transportation fees incurred are non-reimbursable. The Patriot Shuttle does not charge any additional fees for your pet.
Taxis are not allowed on base. Pick up point is outside the South Gate at the Visitor Center. The Mountain View Lodge is within walking distance of the gate at approximately 25 miles.
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Upon arriving to Aviano, you may need or choose to rent a vehicle. This will help when looking for homes, settling in, or exploring the area while you wait for your car to arrive. Below are a list of car rental places to get you started. They are not endorsed or affiliated with Aviano Air Base. You will need a current driver’s license and an international driver’s license.
On-Base Rental
Aviano Rental
Pordenone Rental
Venice Marco Polo Airport Rental
Aviano Air Base
31 FSS, Building 1467, Area F, Aviano Air Base, Italy
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