Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
The timezone in Cardiff is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Rome.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your FCO to CWL flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cardiff Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between FCO and CWL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cardiff Airport flight is R 884. A return plane ticket is currently R 1,980. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from FCO to CWL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cardiff Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FCO to CWL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cardiff Airport.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cardiff Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to FCO:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Consider booking a hotel near CWL if you're taking a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Cardiff Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and experience more of Cardiff and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cardiff Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Cardiff. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cardiff Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cardiff based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Cardiff is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Cardiff Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from FCO to CWL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Cardiff, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 209 kilometres east to London to check off its top attractions. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 145 kilometres north-east of Cardiff. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are the start of reasons to visit.