Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to FCO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MSP and FCO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
O'Hare International Airport
Keflavik International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
R 4,343 is the best price for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 8,137. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MSP to FCO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MSP to FCO.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Of all flights leaving Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport from central Minneapolis, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MSP? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Reserve a hotel near FCO if you're taking a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to the centre of Rome has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Rome in January.
Lock in your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport for August if you'd like to go to Rome during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MSP to FCO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its leading sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of Italy, consider Naples, roughly 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.
