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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Frankfurt am Main flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Rome to Frankfurt am Main

Rome to Frankfurt am Main: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rome to Frankfurt below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Frankfurt am Main.

Rome to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 553
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time1 hr, 59 mins
Most popular airlineITA Airways
Average flights per week430

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Frankfurt am Main: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Frankfurt am Main is R 1,229. 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.
1 hour and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Frankfurt am Main.
ITA Airways, Lufthansa and United fly direct from Rome to Frankfurt am Main.
As of September 2025, there are 430 flights per week flying from Rome to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Frankfurt am Main is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 59 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Frankfurt am Main is easyJet .

Travelling from Rome to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when booking your flight from Rome to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).

  • Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Rome to Frankfurt Airport flight.

  • Rome and Frankfurt (where Frankfurt Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.

  • With 60 direct flights a week between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. easyJet operates the earliest flight at 6:40am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from FCO to FRA is with Lufthansa at 7:25pm.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to FRA.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • You can hop on a direct flight from Rome to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

  • Leading carriers that operate direct flights from Rome to Frankfurt Airport out of FCO include:

  • Lufthansa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from FCO to FRA.

  • ITA Airways is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Located around 32 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Rome to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:

  • 70.57% of flights taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

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

  • Split up your flight from Rome to Frankfurt Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and FRA include:

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

    • J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)

    • Tirana International Airport (TIA)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Rome to FRA flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:

  • 73.18% of flights leaving Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport meet their expected arrival time.

About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt

  • Frankfurt Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • R 553 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Frankfurt Airport. Return flights start at R 1,229. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book 11 months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rome to FRA.

  • The best month for finding cheap Rome to Frankfurt Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Rome to FRA.

  • Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Rome to Frankfurt Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Rome to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Book a Rome to FRA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Frankfurt to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January sees temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Frankfurt Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Frankfurt

  • Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Frankfurt Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:

  • Frankfurt Christmas Market and Frankfurt Book Fair are a couple of top attractions to put on your Frankfurt itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Holocaust Memorial.

Explore more of Germany

  • Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Frankfurt. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include PACT Zollverein, Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen.

  • Around 145 kilometres south of Frankfurt, Stuttgart is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.

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