Flying from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to Rome: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome and you'll be travelling for around 55 minutes.
Bastia - Corsica (the location of Bastia Poretta Airport) and Rome share the same timezone — UTC+1.
To avoid missing your BIA to Rome flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at BIA and fly straight to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome tickets.
Be on the lookout for deals with Air Corsica. This carrier has direct flights from Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from BIA to Rome with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The journey from central Bastia - Corsica to BIA takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to BIA? If you've booked an early flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Bastia Poretta Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BIA arrive on schedule 84.36% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to Rome
R 1,960 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome flight. A return ticket right now is R 4,713. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from BIA to Rome by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BIA to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Following your flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your BIA to Rome flight:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Rome in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
When booking your Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. 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). Search for a cheap ticket from BIA to Rome around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Bastia Poretta Airport to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Trevi Fountain, Colosseum and Roman Forum are popular attractions which should feature on any good Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.