Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rome and you'll be in the air for around 9 hours 45 minutes.
Rome is six hours ahead of Philadelphia, where Philadelphia International Airport is located. Rome runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). You can select from six services every week between these two airports. American Airlines offers a 18:00 departure between PHL and FCO.
To avoid missing your PHL to Rome flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Start your journey at PHL and fly straight to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Philadelphia International Airport to Rome tickets.
American Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Rome.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from PHL to Rome with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to PHL? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rome, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rome
R 4,347 is currently the best price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Rome flight. Return plane tickets start at R 10,757. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book one month before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PHL to Rome.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Philadelphia International Airport to Rome tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Reserving your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from PHL to Rome can help you get the best possible rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rome has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your PHL to Rome flight:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month to visit Rome. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
When booking your Philadelphia International Airport to Rome plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Rome, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are major attractions which should be on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Naples is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. No trip is complete without dropping by Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.