Travelling from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Rome is one hour ahead of Newcastle and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your NCL to FCO flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Rome (and then seeing more of Italy!) is a cinch with Jet2. This popular carrier has direct flights from Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Jet2.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier offering NCL to FCO flights. An exceptional 82.35% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between NCL and FCO:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Currently, R 566 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,336. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from NCL to FCO by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from NCL to FCO.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport.
Handy information about Newcastle Airport (NCL)
Newcastle Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from NCL reach their destination on time.
Central Newcastle to Newcastle Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near NCL. Whether you have an early flight from Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're arriving on a late Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Pick up a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Rome Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport to central Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Rome. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Newcastle Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NCL to FCO in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Rome, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to tick off its leading attractions. From Leonardo's Last Supper Museum to Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are key highlights.

