Venice Marco Polo Airport Link Departure Transfer

Venice, Italy

High interest

Booked 5+ times today.

1 hour (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.0

· Barkley_H ·

Jul 2026

Fantastic service! We needed a very early pickup to make a 6am flight out of Venice. The provider was extremely responsive and detailed in providing when and where we would meet and worked with us to pick us up close to where we were staying. The trip across the lagoon was smooth, enjoyable, and right on time. Great value and wonderful experience!

· Jennifer_M ·

Jul 2026

Was on time, convenient, a small group, helpful and communicative. Would recommend. Also, get to ride on one the beautiful wooden taxi boats.

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Overview

Enjoy a stress-free finish to your Venice vacation with this shared departure transfer from your hotel in central Venice or Venice Lido to Marco Polo Airport. Pick one of 11 departure points most convenient to your hotel, and then hop aboard a waiting water taxi at your scheduled time. Sit back and enjoy the ride as you cruise by spectacular Venetian scenery on your way to the airport.

Shared departure transfer from central Venice and Venice Lido to Venice Marco Polo Airport
Choose from one 11 stops in Venice, including Piazzale Roma and San Marco
Relax with comfortable transport by shared water taxi
Enjoy views of Venice from the water as a finale to your vacation
Get assistance with your luggage from your friendly, professional boat skipper
Enjoy a shared transfer service that’s available from 4am to 6pm, seven days a week

What's Included

One-way shared water taxi departure transfer

Gratuities
Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please reconfirm your exact pickup time and location 24-48 hours before your departure from Venice using the contact number on your voucher. Pickup is 2-4 hours before your flight departure time. Exact time will be advised the afternoon prior to your departure transfer date. Our boat driver will meet you at the arranged boat stop along the Grand Canal. Your stop will be chosen as close as your Hotel as possible. Venice Airport Link operates from 4am to 7pm from designated Venice meeting points. Guests are requested to present themselves at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure time.

Drop-off point

Aeroporto Marco Polo
30173 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

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What To Expect

When the time comes to say arrivederci to Venice, enjoy an easy and economical transfer to Marco Polo Airport with this shared water taxi service. See Itinerary below for a list of 11 departure points throughout the city, and select the one that is close to your hotel in Venice or Venice Lido.

Meet your friendly water taxi driver at the prearranged time and get assistance with your luggage as you board. Then sit back and savor unforgettable views of the Venetian islands as you make your way to the airport.

Please provide hotel and flight details when booking your transfer. You will receive instant confirmation and a travel voucher to show the water taxi driver. Reconfirm your pickup time and location 24-48 hours before your departure by contacting the number on your voucher.

Pickup locations for the shared departure water taxi transfer include: • Piazzale Roma • Carlton • Sabbioni • SS Apostoli • Rialto • San Vio, Trinita • San Marco, S.Zaccaria • San Maria Elisabetta • Sant'Angelo • Hotel Dei Dogi (for guests staying in the Dei Dogi, Hotel Residenza Cannaregiol and the Hotel Ai Mori d'Oriente)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please enquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
Please note, in case of fog or bad weather conditions the boat service will be diverted via Piazzale Roma by vehicle
Your selected departure time must be (3) hours prior to your flight time
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
If you're planning a day trip to Venice and staying outside the city, please note that an access fee will be required on certain dates.
Please reconfirm your exact pickup time and location 24-48 hours before your departure from Venice using the contact number on your voucher.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

dandee

I was very apprehensive about getting to an early flight. Our flight was changed to 0630. This service was very efficient and reliable. I talked with the manager at the hotel we stayed at and they confirmed this was a reputable company. Very nice way to get to an early flight.

Reviews

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Airport transfer.

Laura_C, Jul 2026

Driver was ready for us as we arrived a little early. Meeting point was a 3 min walk. He got us to the airport quickly but was mad at the amount of luggage we had. In USA a carry on can be a small suitcase. He considered that a second suitcase and was very short with us. We all fit with plenty of room.

What an experience!!

angela_s, Jul 2026

Fantastic meet and great experience!! What a way to enter Venice, in style. I felt like I was in a Bond movie!

Arrived ahead of schedule

Robyn_G, Jul 2026

The taxi arrived ahead of schedule. Assisted us with our bags. Overall it was a great last ride out of Venice.

Don’t hesitate book it ! It’s the best way to get into Venice

Richard_B, Jul 2026

First class service, easy to communicate with, professional and friendly. On time on arrival and departure.

Fun and exciting ride to...

FrederickJones, Jul 2026

Fun and exciting ride to the airport. Unlike any other way to get to an airport. Unique experience. Highly recommend

Do not buy water taxi through Viator!!! They do not pick up at your hotel. Will expect you to drag suitcases 20 minutes!

Mary_B, Jul 2026

I booked this trip to the airport several weeks in advance. On the reservation I specifically added my hotel as the pick up point. I specified that I wanted to leave between 6 AM and 6:30 AM to get to the airport in sufficient time for my 10 AM flight. The confirmation just confirmed the date and window between 4 AM and 8AM. It said I’d receive specific details closer to the date of my trip. When I hadn’t received specific details four days in advance I contacted customer care for Viator via their chat. I was told that I would definitely be picked up at my hotel. They confirmed the approximate time based on my flight and said that I’d receive an exact time the day prior to my trip. When I received the confirmation 23 hours prior to the trip it had a time of 6:25 (great) but the address was a 40 minute walk away from my hotel. I immediately contacted Viator customer service via their chat. I was told that they contacted the taxi service and that they’d meet me at the Rialto bridge. Still at least a 15 minute walk from my hotel over cobblestones and bridges. I informed the representative that I couldn’t do that with my luggage and reminded her that the previous rep had assured me we would be picked up at our hotel. This was at 7:00 AM - I asked them to ask again about pick up at my hotel (where I was dropped off so knew it could be done) and was told that the taxi service wasn’t open until 8:30 AM. Rather suspect since they’d just said moments prior that they’d spoken to the taxi service. They said they’d call them right at 8:30 and email me confirming that I’d be picked up at my hotel. They didn’t reach back out. At 9 AM I emailed them. They replied at 9:15 saying the taxi company was only authorized at 6 stops and my hotel wasn’t available. I let the customer service rep know that’d I would need a refund. Viator told me that the carrier wouldn’t refund the ticket price because it was within 24 hours. The only reason I hadn’t canceled before the 24 hour cut off is because I was repeatedly reassured by Viator reps that I would be picked up at my hotel. I booked a different water taxi service that would pick me up at my hotel (if you’ve ever tried to roll suitcases over cobblestone and bridges you’d understand why it wasn’t possible for me to walk 15 minutes to Rialto bridge. It is also current on red air quality here in Venice and yesterday the high was in the 90s with 85% humidity. Even more reason it wasn’t possible for myself and my kids to drag three suitcases and carryons over stone streets and several bridges with stairs to the assigned pickup spot). It cost me 40 euros more for the second water taxi because I booked the day prior and the only time available was 5:00AM. I’m now sitting in the airport for 4.5 hours before the flight and cannot check in for another 2 hours. This is incredibly frustrating. We hardly got any sleep for fear of missing the earlier water taxi. I’ve used Viator many times. If I hadn’t asked the question until the day before I’d chalk it up to my own error but in this case I asked the question at least 3 times in writing and was assured that I would be picked up at my hotel. Viator is now not replying to my emails. I let them know yesterday that if I didn’t receive confirmation that the price would be refunded I would have no choice to complain online. Please be sure to only make reservations directly with a water taxi company. Do not use Viator for this service. They are inaccurate and blatantly lied to me (they even had me confirm which hotel I was staying at before reassuring me that I’d be picked up there ). They are now refusing to issue a refund. It is completely unacceptable.

Perfect way to get to...

Teresa_N, Jul 2026

Perfect way to get to your hotel in Venice! Easy to find in airport, this will take you directly to your hotel. Easiest way and fastest way to go!

Its so easy to take a water taxi to the airport without this reservation

Stephanie_F, Jul 2026

I had difficulty printing up the tickets and not knowing the language, I really should have been more prepared. I thought it was hotel pick up, but it was taxi stand near the hotel pick up. I would recommend waiting to book, and simply asking your hotel front desk person what time and where to be at a place. I didn't need to spend as much as I did.

Easy. Perfectly on time....

Mark_C, Jul 2026

Easy. Perfectly on time. Our Captain was great, hospitable, and made our journey to the airport memorable. Pick up location was super easy and was coordinated with our hotel that made sure we knew where to wait. Would absolutely do it again, saved huge money and got the ultimate experience.

Initially I thought the...

Kathleen_D, Jul 2026

Initially I thought the transportation to the airport involved a shared water taxi that dropped you off at the mainland where you got on a bus that took you to the airport Confusing when the ticket was received showing a meeting place that when I mapped it, it showed a 26 min walk from our hotel The day before our flight Viator provided us (via our hotel) with a paper ticket to use for a shared water taxi that was 5 mins from our hotel and which took us all the way to the airport It was quite a bumpy ride

This was supposed to be...

Mary_R, Jul 2026

This was supposed to be cancelled due to the Terrrible experience with viaitor the day before …..:.,,

A great experience

Joyce_b, Jul 2026

Our driver was wonderful driver. Great ride, we had alot of luggage and twelve people . He knew how to stack the luggage and my grandkids loved the ride.

Excellent Option for Early Flights

Barkley_H, Jul 2026

Great way to airport

Jennifer_M, Jul 2026

Was on time, convenient, a small group, helpful and communicative. Would recommend. Also, get to ride on one the beautiful wooden taxi boats.

Good

kelvin_c, Jul 2026

Collected on time and did moe pick ups on way to airport,it was 33 degrees so it was a warm trip but once on the lagoon we picked up speed and got some fresh air

Very reliable, will...

Aida_L, Jun 2026

Very reliable, will definitely use this company again. I recommend them, they are faster than public transportation.

Scammed by Boat driver exiting Venice

Deborah_M, Jun 2026

Scammed at boat departure by operators. They did not honor our 2 tkts back to airport. We had to pay boat driver direct 116.00usd to make our flight. They made us sweet it for 3 hours then hit us up for cash.

Highly recommend-just book it now

Deanna_F, Jun 2026

We wanted something reliable to get to the airport to meet a transfer for the cruise ship. This was hands-down the best choice! The service was impeccable. The reservation was confirmed and a paper was left at our hotel for reassurance. The ride to the airport was amazing. Would recommend this highly for anyone looking for a transfer to the airport !!

Water taxi from Marco Polo airport to Venice

Brad_E, Jun 2026

Trip out from Marco Polo very well organized. Pleasant and professional staff at the airport. Trip back to airport less well organized. No comms on pick up time from hotel. Taxi driver not the friendliest.

Homeward bound water taxi

Sharon_S, Jun 2026

Was emailed the day before departure a water taxi number, pick up time and point. Received a message clarifying the pick up point. Lucky I like to be everywhere early as the taxi arrived 10 minutes before time and shouting my name telling me I was at the wrong pick up point even though I showed him the message. Got to the airport nice and early. The service itself was brilliant, just the communication needs to be a bit more precise.

Don’t book!

Tracy_W, Jun 2026

When booking you have to advise of your preferred pick up point, apparently there’s 11 to choose from but they don’t tell you what they are. I gave my hotel address and they advised of the pick up time and sent a link to the location. We went there and did what was advised, got on the incorrect boat which took us in the wrong direction! As we were now only 2 1/2 hours from our flight we had to pay 180 euros for a private water taxi.

Water Transfer

Jane_P, Jun 2026

Make sure you find gate 71 where you will be told your departure time before going to the boat departure point.

It’s a shared taxi

Danay_D, Jun 2026

Our taxi was about 15 min late to get us and just so you know it is a shared taxi so they have other stops. We made it on time but I was very nervous we’d be late the whole time.

Do not book

Sylvia_U, Jun 2026

The tour operator did not show up to take us back to airport from Venice via water taxi. Terrible experience. Had to pay double to hire one to not miss our cruise.

George gave us good...

Kevin_C, Jun 2026

George gave us good instruction about boarding place with map and time. George showed up on time & very friendly.

Not satisfied

Debra_I, Jun 2026

The communication was poor, the day of travel did not hear from the transportation people they did not show up as much as I text them to please communicate they did not.

Great intro to Venice!

Lauren_S, Jun 2026

Very easy, smooth process. Travel to the city was comfortable. The tour was great - saw great prime spots and some hidden gems. Guide was very informative and helpful.

Perfect way to arrive in or leave from Venice!

Carole_K, Jun 2026

What a way to arrive in - or leave from - Venice. We loved it. Perfectly on time, beautiful boat, just what you want.

No follow up to question

James_G, Jun 2026

I contacted the company letting them know that my VRBO location had changed and a follow up email when I did not receive a response. While waiting at the location provided I called to confirm and was then told the pick up point had changed. Had to hustle across town to make the ride. Never got an email or call.