Flying from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll board your flight from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the two main airports in Brussels.
2 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight.
Rome (where Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 55 direct flights a week between the two airports, Brussels Airport (BRU) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route. Brussels Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:20am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from BRU to FCO is with easyJet at 8:55pm.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Brussels to FCO.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Brussels Airport (BRU). Nonstop flights from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) are available from here.
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport out of BRU include:
The most frequently booked airline between BRU and FCO is Brussels Airlines.
With 79.51% of services arriving as scheduled, ITA Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% land on schedule at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can book a direct Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) plane ticket with departures from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Decide if leaving from CRL is a better fit for your trip.
From CRL, direct flights from Brussels to FCO are offered by Ryanair.
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers flying from CRL to FCO.
On public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Brussels to FCO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71.71%.
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near FCO and be in snooze mode sooner:
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Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Central Rome is about 23 kilometres from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
At the moment, R 453 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,071. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to FCO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Rome. August is when most people book flights from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Brussels to FCO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Rome when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church followed by St. Peter's Square and Sistine Chapel.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen Rome. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Piazza del Plebiscito, Walking & Amalfi Coast Tours and National Archaeological Museum.
Florence is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 241 kilometres north of Rome. No trip is complete without a visit to Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery.