Flying from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is ten hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to FCO won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like December or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Melbourne to FCO that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MEL and FCO include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to FCO flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Grab a Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport flight.
Getting from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Central Rome is around 32 kilometres from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Currently, R 7,500 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,490. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to FCO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Rome. June is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Melbourne to FCO plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
There are plenty of things to do in Rome when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Vatican Museums followed by St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Rome, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Journey about 193 kilometres southeast to Naples to tick off its top attractions. From Piazza del Plebiscito to Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Florence is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 241 kilometres north of Rome. No trip is complete without seeing Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery.