Flying from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB). Explore your options for setting off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), two of the city's main airports.
Take off on a direct Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Olbia's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome. Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport is located in Olbia.
The most popular route is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB), with 36 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from FCO to OLB is the 7am Aeroitalia option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 10:45pm with Volotea.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rome to OLB, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can find a direct flight from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Aeroitalia is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport leaving from FCO.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Aeroitalia from FCO to OLB.
FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
70.57% of flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Thinking of flying out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? Direct Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Wizz Air Malta operates direct flights from Rome to OLB out of CIA. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in one go.
On the CIA to OLB route, Wizz Air Malta is the preferred choice for many passengers.
CIA is around 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your Rome to OLB flight:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.18%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OLB if you're catching a late flight from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Follow your own route with an Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Galdieri Rent or RentSmart24 and chase adventure across Olbia and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport flight.
Getting from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) to central Olbia
From Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, central Olbia is around 5 kilometres away. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport is R 654. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,172. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Rome to OLB by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)
August is when most people book flights from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB). Plan your visit to Olbia in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Rome to OLB plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Olbia, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
February has temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Olbia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Olbia right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Smeralda, Porto Istana Beach and Spiaggia Bella are top attractions which should be on any good Olbia itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Olbia. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church, St. Peter's Square and Sistine Chapel.
Around 193 kilometres south of Olbia, Cagliari is another essential stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Royal Palace, Via Roma and Centro Storico.