Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rome: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome.
Rome is one hour ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Rome follows the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Take your pick of eight weekly services between these two airports. Ryanair offers a 06:00 departure between EDI and CIA.
To avoid missing your EDI to Rome flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Edinburgh Airport to Rome ticket. Begin your trip at EDI and arrive at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rome. Get up and away with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from EDI to Rome. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near EDI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rome
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Rome flight is 30 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 66 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from EDI to Rome, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Rome throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Find an affordable flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to FCO if you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your EDI to Rome flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from CIA one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Rome in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Rome plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Rome around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rome right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome:
Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are just two of the top attractions to add to your Rome itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another standout 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.