Flying from Rome to Vancouver: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Rome. Explore your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when reserving your flight from Rome to Vancouver.
When jetting into Vancouver, step off the plane at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is another gateway to this city.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Rome.
Leave plenty of time to make your Rome to Vancouver flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Vancouver
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Rome to Vancouver flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing Rome to Vancouver flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
FCO is about 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Vancouver, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on time at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 13 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Vancouver:
73% of flights departing Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead of your Rome to Vancouver flight.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is roughly 0.80 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to Vancouver, it'll take you approximately 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take about 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to CXH. Settle in and get cosy after your Rome to Vancouver flight at any of these well-located options:
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from CXH ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when demand is high.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Hop off your flight from Rome to Vancouver and travel to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and usually takes 1 hour to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel near YXX. Check in to one of these stays after your Rome to Vancouver flight:
Whether you're looking for a compact for a solo trip or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal Abbotsford Airport rental car for your needs. Explore wheels available from names such as Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
About one week before your flight from Rome to Vancouver is the ideal time to secure your ride from YXX. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Vancouver
August is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Vancouver. To escape the crowds, go to Vancouver in May.
When booking your Rome to Vancouver tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Vancouver:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are major attractions which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Victoria is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.