Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rome: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Rome.
Manchester Airport is located in Manchester. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is one hour ahead of Manchester.
The busiest route is from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Take your pick of 13 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MAN to CIA is the 05:50 Ryanair option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 18:15 with Ryanair.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAN to Rome flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Manchester Airport to Rome tickets are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll disembark.
You'll have your choice of carriers operating direct flights from Manchester Airport to Rome. Get up and away with one of these:
We make it easy to book flight tickets from MAN to Rome with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
MAN is about 14 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Rome? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAN:
Of all flights departing from Manchester Airport, 59.39% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rome
R 569 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Rome flight. A return ticket right now is R 1,111. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MAN to Rome if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Manchester Airport to Rome is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and score an epic deal.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Manchester Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MAN to Rome can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. Once you've disembarked your flight from Manchester Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CIA. Kick back and get cosy after your MAN to Rome flight at one of these perfectly located options:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Before securing your flights from Manchester Airport to Rome, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Rome offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Manchester Airport to Rome flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Rome right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Rome:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Trevi Fountain, Colosseum and Roman Forum are essential stops on your Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you want to check out another corner of Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are among its highlights.