Travelling from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Rome.
Flights from FCO to DXB start at 10:40 — the earliest with ITA Airways. The latest departure is at 22:10 with Emirates. In total, you can take your pick of 26 weekly Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FCO to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Travelling to Dubai (and then discovering more of the United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport.
Emirates is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Emirates ranks as the top on-time carrier for FCO to DXB flights, with 94.66% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport. These are the top stopovers between FCO and DXB:
Athens International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Beirut Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport flight is R 1,830. A return ticket is currently R 4,555. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FCO to DXB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
78% of flights leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Rome to Rome Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to FCO:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and experience more of Dubai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
December is the busiest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Dubai in March.
When reserving your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
If you want to check out another corner of the United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are key reasons to visit.
