Travelling from Rome to Batumi Airport (BUS): What you need to know
Rome is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rome to Batumi Airport (BUS) flying out of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Batumi Airport is located in Batumi. The city follows the UTC+4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Rome.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to BUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Rome to BUS with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FCO and BUS include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Riga International Airport (RIX)
FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to Batumi Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Batumi Airport with a stop at Riga International Airport (RIX). A major connection between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and BUS, it's a great opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
CIA is around 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Rome to BUS flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.18%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Batumi Airport (BUS)
If you have a late flight from Rome to Batumi Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BUS:
Follow your own route with a Batumi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from TBILISICARS.COM, Avis or Europcar and find adventure across Batumi and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Rome to Batumi Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Batumi Airport (BUS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Batumi Airport is 85 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 247 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Rome to BUS, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Rome to Batumi Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Batumi Airport (BUS)
February is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Batumi Airport (BUS), while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Batumi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Rome to BUS plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Batumi, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Batumi Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Batumi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Batumi right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Rome to Batumi Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Hiking Trail, Batumi Boulevard Fountains and Batumi boulevard are must-do's during your Batumi adventure.
Explore more of Georgia
You've visited Batumi, now it's time to explore other parts of Georgia. Journey about 274 kilometres east to Tbilisi to check off its must-visit sights. From Old Tbilisi to Peace Bridge and Georgian National Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Batumi, Kutaisi is another essential stop in Georgia. Experience major highlights starting with Ruins of the Bagrati Cathedral and Bagrati Palace-citadel, Free Walking Tour Kutaisi and Bagrati Cathedral.