Flying from Rome to New York: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to New York. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
New York has a range of airports you can fly into. Touch down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Hop on a direct Rome to New York flight and you'll be flying for an average of 9 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Rome.
The busiest route for flights from Rome to New York is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). You can select from 42 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to JFK is the 08:20 Norse Atlantic Airways service. If you prefer to travel later, the last available departure is at 19:00 with Norse Atlantic Airways.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Rome to New York flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to New York
To snag cheap Rome to New York flights, book your journey two months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from Rome to New York. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Begin your travels at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), which offers a range of direct flights from Rome to New York. From FCO, you can fly nonstop to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
These are some of the top carriers offering direct Rome to New York plane tickets with departures from FCO:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Rome to New York flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 23 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 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Rome to New York? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Rome to New York flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and New York:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Porto Airport (OPO)
CIA is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to New York? Unwind in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.
Arriving in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to New York, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 10 minutes or so.
After your flight from Rome to New York, unwind at a hotel near EWR. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You'll find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 13 kilometres from central New York. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to New York.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour.
Check in to a hotel near LGA and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're catching a late Rome to New York flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Whether you're looking for an economy for a solo escape or an SUV to transport your group, you'll find the perfect LaGuardia Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from providers such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from LGA about two weeks ahead of your flight from Rome to New York. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, on top of a better deal.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
May is the quietest month for flights from Rome to New York, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Rome to New York tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Rome to New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are major attractions which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.