Flying from Philadelphia to Rome: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Rome jetting off from here.
Step off your plane in Rome at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
The average length of a direct Philadelphia to Rome flight is 8 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are eight weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Philadelphia to Rome is with American Airlines at 19:40. Choose the first PHL to FCO departure with American Airlines at 18:40 to make the most of your first day in Rome.
To ensure you make your Philadelphia to Rome flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a popular month like August, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Rome
R 4,362 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Rome. A return flight starts at R 10,231. 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.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Philadelphia to Rome, you can leave from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Fly from PHL to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in one seamless trip.
Keep an eye out for promotions with American Airlines. This airline offers direct Philadelphia to Rome plane tickets from PHL.
We make it easy to book a Philadelphia to Rome flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Philadelphia International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Rome or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Rome. Check in to 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 a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
After your flight from Philadelphia to Rome has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is approximately 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Philadelphia to Rome, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week before 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rome right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are a couple of top attractions to put on your Rome itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
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.