Travelling from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Rome: what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of Derry, where City of Derry Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LDY to Rome flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a flight ticket from LDY to Rome, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a great option.
Travelling from central Derry to LDY takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from City of Derry Airport to Rome? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LDY:
How to find the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Rome
R 2,026 is currently the lowest price for a one-way City of Derry Airport to Rome flight. Return flight tickets start from R 4,006. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LDY to Rome if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from City of Derry Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LDY to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Once you've disembarked your flight from City of Derry Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your LDY to Rome flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from CIA one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from City of Derry Airport to Rome. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Rome in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your City of Derry Airport to Rome flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LDY to Rome 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.
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rome right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from City of Derry Airport to Rome:
Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Rome to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you want to check out another side of Italy, head for Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are among the biggest draws.
