Fines at Orio al Serio Airport: what you need to watch out for

Orio al Serio Airport is not only one of the most important airports in Italy, but also one of the most heavily fined areas for parking and traffic violations.

The growth in passenger traffic, the proximity to the nearby Oriocenter shopping mall, and the presence of critical areas such as the ZTC make this zone an area with a very high density of checks.

Today, the system systematically detects every violation.

Being in the airport area on a daily basis, we know well that even a good-faith mistake can be costly. The important thing is knowing what to avoid!

Parking fines at Orio al Serio

The case of the Oriocenter parking lots

Many travelers, especially those flying with low-cost airlines, leave their car in the Oriocenter parking lot to reduce travel costs.

The fact that it is free, underground, and closed at night leads some people to believe it is even a “smart” choice. Others are convinced that, since it is a private area, the Highway Code does not apply and therefore there is no risk of fines.

Until a few years ago, the phenomenon was so widespread that it pushed the Municipality of Orio al Serio and the Local Police to implement a structured surveillance system: late-night checks, systematic inspections, and fines issued every 24 hours, as provided by the Highway Code.

Those who try to avoid the cost of official parking often end up spending much more, without realizing it until they return. This is probably what happened to the owner of the car left in the Oriocenter parking lot in the summer of 2025 and found with more than twenty tickets, totaling over 800 euros!

So anyone who parks at Oriocenter and catches a flight thinking that “they won’t check this time” or that “it’s cheaper to pay the fine than the parking fee” will almost certainly get an unpleasant surprise on return.

Parking in the industrial area: an alternative that doesn’t exist

Another common idea is to leave the car in the industrial area or on side streets around the airport. This strategy does not work either.

These areas are characterized by very strict no-stopping and no-parking rules, established for safety and traffic reasons.

Along Via Aeroporto the restrictions are active and the areas are constantly monitored. Anyone who parks or stops outside designated spaces for a few hours without authorization receives the fine at home even without a traffic officer present.

These measures are not taken to “raise money,” and there is no “parking lobby” opposing free parking. Simply put, the industrial area is not designed to host the cars of passengers heading to flights: if everyone parked there, business activities would be disrupted and vehicles would be at risk.

How to avoid parking fines near Orio al Serio Airport?

The answer is simple, but it won’t appeal to those hoping to bypass the system.

There is no free parking near the terminal, nor any way to evade checks.

Authorities have closed every loophole: night bans at Oriocenter, Street Control on access roads, ZTC with cameras at the terminal, repeated daily fines.

The only strategy that works is the following:

• Park in paid parking areas. If you want to save money, choose low-cost alternatives.
• Avoid any temptation to leave your car in unauthorized areas.

From an economic standpoint, even one week of illegal parking can cost five times more than regular parking: seven reduced fines amount to over 200 euros, while a low-cost parking option can cost less than 40 euros in total. Taking the risk simply makes no sense.

Road fines on the way to the airport

The access road to the airport (Via Aeroporto) is one of the most critical points when it comes to fines. Many drivers consider it a simple through road, but in reality it is a very sensitive stretch, where any unauthorized stop can congest traffic.

An absolute no-stopping rule is in force along the entire stretch, introduced to prevent congestion and dangerous situations linked to the intense flow of taxis, shuttles, and private vehicles.

Therefore, anyone who stops even for just one minute to wait for a passenger inevitably ends up in the sights of patrols or cameras.

Signage and sensitive areas: where to pay maximum attention

Those unfamiliar with the road layout around Orio al Serio Airport risk overlooking crucial signs: no-stopping notices, shuttle-only lanes, controlled entrances, and regulated traffic zones.

The panels and signs are there, but drivers often fail to notice them or underestimate them. The most frequent violations, in fact, occur in areas that seem harmless: side bays, straight stretches that “look like” temporary stopping areas, terminal traffic lanes.

In general, the advice we can give is this: if near the airport it is not clearly stated that you can stop, don’t stop.

Airport ZTLs and the Kiss & Fly area

The area in front of the terminal is regulated by a ZTC (Controlled Traffic Zone) that works like a time-based ZTL.

In fact, many people know the “10 minutes free rule,” according to which entering and exiting within that time avoids payment. In reality, the number of free entries is limited to 3 per day. From the fourth entry onward, payment is required even if you stay under 10 minutes.

Be careful: it is not enough to stop for a few minutes, perhaps with the engine running, and stay in the car to avoid a fine. In the ZTC, even prolonged presence in the lane constitutes a violation.

Keep in mind that this is an area designed for quick drop-offs, not for waiting. Consequently, using Kiss & Fly as if it were a mini parking lot means exposing yourself to potentially hefty fines.

We are confident that this information will help you avoid unpleasant surprises and fines at Orio al Serio Airport.

If you prefer to eliminate the risk altogether and save money, the simplest choice is not to look for shortcuts: leave your car in a low-cost parking lot near Orio al Serio Airport and reach the terminal with the free shuttle service.