Flying from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to Rome: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Cagliari (the location of Cagliari Elmas Airport).
The busiest route is from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). You can choose from 70 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CAG to FCO is the 06:00 Aeroitalia service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:30 with Aeroitalia.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your CAG to Rome flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome tickets are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll complete your journey.
Keep an eye out for promotions from Aeroitalia. This carrier has direct flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome.
CAG is about 6 kilometres from central Cagliari. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAG:
Cagliari Elmas Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from CAG land on schedule 80.13% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to Rome
The best price we've found for a one-way Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome flight is 20 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 40 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CAG to Rome.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from CAG to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is about 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). After your flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CAG to Rome flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and be off and running.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Plan your trip to Rome during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CAG to Rome around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Cagliari Elmas Airport to Rome, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Trevi Fountain, Colosseum and Roman Forum are major attractions which should be on any good Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Italy you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without dropping by National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.