Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to FCO won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to FCO with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KUL and FCO include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
58.65% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to FCO flight, stay in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
67.97% of flights departing Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
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Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Rome. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is 238 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 428 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to FCO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Rome. August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to FCO plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church and St. Peter's Square are a couple of major attractions to add to your Rome to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sistine Chapel.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Rome, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Journey around 193 kilometres south-east to Naples to check off its must-visit sights. From Piazza del Plebiscito to Walking & Amalfi Coast Tours and National Archaeological Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres north of Rome, Florence is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery.