Flying from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rome: what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome.
Rome is one hour behind Athens, where Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Rome runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most traveled route, with 52 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from ATH to FCO is with Ryanair at 23:30. Go for the first departure with ITA Airways at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your ATH to Rome flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome ticket. Start your journey at ATH and arrive at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Pick from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome. Book your seat with one of these:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from ATH to Rome with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Naples-Capodichino International Airport (NAP)
Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)
Bari Karol Wojtyla Airport (BRI)
Travelling from central Athens to ATH takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near ATH:
When it comes to Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome flight is R 594. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,361. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from ATH to Rome by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ATH to Rome by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
Book a hotel close to FCO if you have a late flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ATH to Rome.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
After your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
The trip will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ATH to Rome flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at CIA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month to visit Rome. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rome right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are highlights which should be on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Rome, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Travel about 483 kilometres northwest to Milan to check off its top sights. From Leonardo's Last Supper Museum to Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Naples is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. No trip is complete without a visit to Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.

