How to find cheap flights to Rome
50 € is the cheapest price for a return flight to Rome. For a one-way ticket, the lowest fare is 25 €.
Take the stress out of fare hunting by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or a notification through the app when ticket prices go down.
Search for tickets around one month before you travel. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best bargains.
Select the 'Add nearby airports' filter to widen your search for cheap flights to Rome. This will display all the airports around your departure and arrival points.
Taking an indirect route can help you save, so search for flights that come with a stop or two. Once your results appear, use the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Rome
If you have flexible travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month or day to fly.
To experience the city at its busiest, book your flights for August. Travelling during peak seasons typically means more to do and see compared to other times of the year.
Visit in February if you want to avoid the crowds. This is the least busy month and also when plane tickets to Rome are often more affordable.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider what kind of conditions you want to travel in. Rome is warmest in August, with averages of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January is when temperatures are at their coolest, between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
July is when you're least likely to need an umbrella. With three days of rainfall on average, this is the driest month in Rome.
It's rainiest during November, which gets around nine days of wet weather.
Travelling to Rome: what you need to know
There are a few arrival airports to consider when organising your Rome flight. Explore your options for jetting into Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Most incoming flights for the city are handled at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Get to your destination in a single journey. These are some of the airlines that offer direct flights to Rome:
Rome operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
After you've booked your tickets, find a stay that's just right for your adventure. Here are some top hotels to put on your short list:
Getting to central Rome from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Central Rome is about 32 kilometres from FCO, the city's main gateway.
If you're catching a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to Rome, it'll take around 40 minutes to reach the centre.
About 50 minutes is how long it'll take to get there using public transport.
Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to Rome touches down:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a car hire at FCO. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and discover the lesser-explored corners of Rome and beyond.
Rome highlights
These leading attractions should be on your must-do list after hopping off your flight to Rome:
Vatican Museums: Located around 3 kilometres northwest of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect spot to start your sightseeing around the city.
Trionfale Market: You'll find this shopping area roughly 3 kilometres northwest of the centre in Municipio Roma I. Weave in a little spending stop here while you explore Rome.
Vatican Hill: Hit up this landmark next. Around 3 kilometres west of the city centre, it's worth checking out to get the full Rome experience.
Explore more of Italy
There's loads more of Italy ready to be uncovered. Around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome, head for Naples. On the must-see list? Begin with Piazza del Plebiscito, National Archaeological Museum and Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli - Salone Meridiana. The city's nearest major airport is Naples International Airport (NAP).
Florence is another top destination in Italy and is roughly 225 kilometres northwest of Rome. Hit some of the best spots right away at David of Michelangelo, Brunelleschi's Dome and Uffizi Gallery. Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR) takes care of most arrivals into this city.
About 241 kilometres northwest of Rome, Prato is well worth the journey. Some of the best reasons to visit include Duomo, Museo dell'Opera dell Duomo and Sculpture of Henry Moore.
Complete your trip with a Rome car hire
Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the range of car rentals in Rome and travel on your terms. Compare prices in one place to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Rome.