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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,775. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino

Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rome Fiumicino.

Rio de Janeiro to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,180
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time11 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino is R 13,620. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino.
Lufthansa, ITA Airways and Etihad Airways fly direct from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino.
As of July 2026, there are 39 flights per week flying from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Rome Fiumicino is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport on Thursday, 12 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome Fiumicino but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, TAP Air Portugal and ITA Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Rome Fiumicino.

Travelling from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know

  • Around 11 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport.

  • The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro.

  • You can choose from seven weekly Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flights. The 14:25 departure with ITA Airways is the earliest flight you can take. ITA Airways operates the last service of the day at 15:40.

  • To ensure you catch your GIG to FCO flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Jetting into Rome (and then discovering more of Italy!) is a snap with ITA Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with ITA Airways on this route.

  • ITA Airways leads the way as the most punctual carrier for GIG to FCO flights, with 96.61% of its services landing on schedule.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between GIG and FCO include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Madrid Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • At the moment, R 7,180 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 13,646. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from GIG to FCO, book your journey five months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GIG to FCO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you 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 Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport.

Handy information about Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)

  • Of the flights that depart from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near GIG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Book a hotel close to FCO if you have a late Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome

  • Rome Fiumicino Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Rome. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Rome. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from GIG to FCO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Italy

  • Rome has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.

  • Naples is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without dropping by Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.

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