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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 5,010 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,010, select.
San Diego.R 5,823 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,823, select.
San Diego.R 5,849 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,849, select.
San Diego.R 6,778 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,778, select.
San Diego.R 6,832 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,832, select.
San Diego.R 7,192 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 15 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,192, select.
San Diego.R 7,707 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,707, select.
San Diego.R 8,011 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,011, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 15,332
Aug
from R 6,832
Sep
from R 5,010
Oct
from R 6,778
Nov
from R 5,849
Dec
from R 5,823
Jan
from R 7,707
Feb
from R 8,560
Mar
from R 8,453
Apr
from R 9,456
May
from R 7,192
Jun
from R 8,011

Alternative Rome to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Rome to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rome to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,010
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Rome to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to San Diego is R 8,935. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rome to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 8,935.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Rome to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to San Diego is usually September.
If you're flying from Rome, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from R 8,935.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to San Diego on Thursday, 11 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rome and San Diego. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 San Diego 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is Norse Atlantic Airways .

Flying from Rome to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Rome to San Diego. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.

  • Hop off the plane at San Diego's major arrival point, San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Rome.

  • For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Rome to San Diego flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to San Diego

  • To pick up cheap Rome to San Diego flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Rome to San Diego is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a fantastic deal.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from Rome to San Diego by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Rome to San Diego flights.

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Rome to San Diego flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • FCO is about 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to San Diego or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

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

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

  • CIA is about 14 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Rome to San Diego? Kick back in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:

  • Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.18%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 3 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.

  • It usually takes 20 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Rome to San Diego, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SAN:

  • Travel at your own pace with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across San Diego and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks before your trip.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • As soon as your flight from Rome to San Diego has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is approximately 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Budget, Hertz and Avis make collecting a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CLD ahead of time so you can just get the keys and go.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Rome to San Diego, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to San Diego based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Rome to San Diego ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Diego to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap flights from Rome to San Diego around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about San Diego

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

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Diego. Around 177 kilometres to the north-west, top sights here include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Phoenix is another essential stop in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No journey is complete without visiting Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rome to San Diego

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