Flying from Montreal to Rome: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Montreal to Rome taking off from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Rome, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the primary gateways.
Hop on a direct Montreal to Rome flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours.
Rome is five hours ahead of Montreal and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
With eight weekly flights between the two airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Montreal to Rome with Air Canada at 19:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from YUL to FCO is with Air Canada at 21:45.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Montreal to Rome flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Rome
Currently, 228 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Rome. The cheapest price for a return flight is 489 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Montreal to Rome flights.
May is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Montreal to Rome. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Jet off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) on a nonstop flight from Montreal to Rome. From YUL, you can travel directly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Look out for deals with Air Canada. This carrier offers direct Montreal to Rome plane tickets out of YUL.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Rome or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
64.89% of flights that take off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport reach their destination on time.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead of your Montreal to Rome flight.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Following your flight from Montreal to Rome, it takes approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CIA. Settle in and get cosy after your Montreal to Rome flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from CIA one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
January is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Rome, while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Rome based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Montreal to Rome ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Montreal to Rome in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rome right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Montreal to Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Rome must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Rome, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its popular sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.