Travelling from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Rome: what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of Abidjan, where Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your ABJ to Rome flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from ABJ to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Central Abidjan to ABJ is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 35 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near ABJ:
Of the flights that depart from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, 58.4% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Rome
R 7,249 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Rome flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 11,225. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ABJ to Rome if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Rome is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across the month and land an epic deal.
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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 catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Explore without limits with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and venture far and wide through Rome and beyond.
Booking your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your flight from ABJ to Rome can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Rome has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your ABJ to Rome flight at any of these perfectly located options:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make picking up a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Rome. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Go to Rome in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Rome flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ABJ to Rome around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rome right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Rome:
Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Rome travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy just 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.
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.
