Travelling from Rome to Lampedusa Airport (LMP): What you need to know
Rome's main airport is Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Explore your options for departing from here when reserving your flights from Rome to Lampedusa Airport (LMP).
Take off on a direct Rome to Lampedusa Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Lampedusa's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome. Lampedusa Airport is located in Lampedusa.
You can pick from 2 direct flights each week between Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Lampedusa Airport (LMP). This is the most popular route, with Wizz Air Malta offering a 4:15pm departure from FCO to LMP.
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 with enough time to board your flight from Rome to LMP.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rome to Lampedusa Airport (LMP) departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You'll find a direct flight from Rome to Lampedusa Airport with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier operates departures from FCO.
Wizz Air Malta is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from FCO to LMP.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Lampedusa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
You can arrive at CIA from central Rome in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Rome to LMP flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Rome Ciampino Airport:
Most flights that depart Rome Ciampino Airport get to their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85%.
About Lampedusa Airport (LMP)
Book a hotel close to LMP if you're catching a late flight from Rome to Lampedusa Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Lampedusa Airport (LMP)
R 488 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Lampedusa Airport. A return flight starts from R 976. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap flights from Rome to LMP by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Rome to Lampedusa Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Lampedusa Airport (LMP)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. March is the quietest month to visit Lampedusa. August is when most people book flights from Rome to Lampedusa Airport (LMP), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Lampedusa is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Rome to LMP plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Lampedusa Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Lampedusa
Start your Lampedusa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Lampedusa Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Lampedusa when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Spiaggia dei Conigli followed by Isle de Lampadusa and Spiaggia di Cala Pulcino.
Explore more of Italy
Lampedusa has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres north of Lampedusa, a trip to Palermo will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Golfo di Mondello, Piazza Pretoria and Duomo di Palermo.
Marsala is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 257 kilometres north of Lampedusa. No journey is complete without visiting Laguna dello Stagnone di Marsala, Castello Medioevale and Complesso Monumentale di San Pietro.