Flying from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Hamburg. Explore your options departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) when planning your flight from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Hamburg. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome.
With 15 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the busiest route. Eurowings operates the earliest flight at 6:15am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from HAM to FCO is with Eurowings at 5:10pm.
Your flight from Hamburg to FCO won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Direct flights from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) are available from here.
At HAM, you'll find a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, including:
Eurowings is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from HAM to FCO.
With 76.74% of its services arriving as planned, Eurowings is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Hamburg to HAM takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Hamburg Airport:
When it comes to Hamburg Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.01% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Hamburg to FCO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to the centre of Rome is about 23 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Currently, R 863 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,631. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Hamburg to FCO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Rome. August is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Hamburg to FCO plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in January when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church, St. Peter's Square and Sistine Chapel are leading attractions which should feature on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Italy you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, a visit to Naples will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like 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 journey is complete without a visit to Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery.