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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia to Rome? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,915. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Rome.R 5,959 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,959, select.
Rome.R 6,299 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,299, select.
Rome.R 6,435 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,435, select.
Rome.R 6,682 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,682, select.
Rome.R 6,716 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,716, select.
Rome.R 6,716 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Rome Ciampino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,716, select.
Rome.R 6,934 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,934, select.
Rome.R 7,226 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,226, select.
Rome.R 7,489 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,489, select.
Rome.R 10,027 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,027, select.
Rome.R 10,077 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,077, select.
Rome.R 10,516 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,516, select.
Rome.R 10,706 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,706, select.
Rome.R 11,404 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,404, select.
Rome.R 12,937 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,937, select.
Rome.R 13,014 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,014, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Rome

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia to Rome flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from R 10,027
Apr
from R 5,959
May
from R 6,435
Jun
from R 7,226
Jul
from R 6,934
Aug
from R 6,299
Sep
from R 6,716
Oct
from R 7,489
Nov
from R 10,706
Dec
from R 6,716
Jan
from R 6,682
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Direct flights from Philadelphia to Rome

Alternative Philadelphia to Rome routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Philadelphia to Rome? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rome Ciampino

13km from central Rome
Closest
from R 6,687
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Rome Fiumicino

23km from central Rome
Cheapest
from R 5,959
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Philadelphia to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,959
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time8 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week74

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to Rome: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Rome: Rome Ciampino and Rome Fiumicino.
The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to Rome is R 11,915. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Rome.
American Airlines, Finnair and Iberia fly direct from Philadelphia to Rome.
As of March 2026, there are 592 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to Rome.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Rome is usually April.
If you're flying from Philadelphia, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Fiumicino – which is 22.9 km away from the centre of Rome. We've found flights into this airport from R 11,915.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Rome on Thursday, 16 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. August is typically the warmest month in Rome, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rome is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Rome Fiumicino Airport is Finnair.

Travelling from Philadelphia to Rome: what you need to know

  • Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Rome jetting off from here.

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's primary gateways.

  • Hop on a direct Philadelphia to Rome flight and you'll be flying for an average of 8 hours 15 minutes.

  • Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rome five hours ahead of Philadelphia.

  • With eight flights a week between the two airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Philadelphia to Rome with American Airlines at 18:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from PHL to FCO is with American Airlines at 22:10.

  • For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Philadelphia to Rome flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Rome

  • R 5,959 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Rome. A return flight starts at R 11,915. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap Philadelphia to Rome flights, reserve your trip three months before your departure date.

  • The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Philadelphia to Rome is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Rome couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Philadelphia to Rome flights.

Flying from Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • If you're searching for a direct flight from Philadelphia to Rome, you can depart from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Travel from PHL to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in one seamless trip.

  • American Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Philadelphia to Rome plane tickets from PHL.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Philadelphia to Rome flights leaving from Philadelphia International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:

  • Of the departures from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on time at their destination.

  • PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.

Arriving in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Rome. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience more of Rome and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Once you've hopped off your flight from Philadelphia to Rome, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The journey will take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Philadelphia to Rome, rest your head at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and be off and running.

  • Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at CIA can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Rome

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Rome. To avoid the crowds, head to Rome in January.

  • Lock in a Philadelphia to Rome ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Rome around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Rome

  • After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.

Explore more of Italy

  • Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.

  • Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.

Plan the rest of your trip from Philadelphia to Rome

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