Flying from Rome to Entebbe International Airport (EBB): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Rome. Check out your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to Entebbe International Airport (EBB).
Entebbe is two hours ahead of Rome. Entebbe International Airport is located in Entebbe, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Rome to EBB.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Rome to EBB with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FCO and EBB include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Entebbe International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Rome to EBB flight? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.18%.
About Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Entebbe International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near EBB:
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Rome to Entebbe International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Entebbe International Airport is R 5,633. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,461. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rome to EBB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Rome to Entebbe International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Rome to EBB.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Rome to Entebbe International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Rome to Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Entebbe. August is when most people book flights from Rome to Entebbe International Airport (EBB), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Rome to EBB plane ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Entebbe to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rome to Entebbe International Airport in July when temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Entebbe
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Entebbe right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Entebbe International Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Entebbe when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Lake Victoria followed by White Sands Beach and Wild Frontiers Uganda Safaris.
Explore more of Uganda
You've visited Entebbe, now it's time to explore more of Uganda. Travel around 241 kilometres north to Lira to check off its top sights. From Lango Cultural centre to Ambrosoli Gardens and Bar Ogole Church of Uganda, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Uganda, consider Mbarara, about 209 kilometres west of Entebbe. Mbarara River Rwizi Falls, Omugabe Palace and Ntare Gardenz are key reasons to visit.
