Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome 12 hours behind Auckland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your AKL to FCO flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AKL and FCO:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
455 € is the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. A return flight starts at 762 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from AKL to FCO, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Auckland Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights that leave from Auckland Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Book a hotel close to FCO if you're catching a late Auckland Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and see more of Rome and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Rome. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Rome based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Auckland Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from AKL to FCO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are among its highlights.