Travelling from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome five hours ahead of Fort Myers.
To ensure you get on your RSW to FCO flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as October? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Southwest Florida International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RSW and FCO include:
Philadelphia International Airport
Logan International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Currently, R 6,131 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,642. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RSW to FCO, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RSW to FCO.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Handy information about Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
The address for RSW is 11000 Terminal Access Road.
77.32% of flights departing from Southwest Florida International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Southwest Florida International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Fort Myers. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near RSW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're getting in on a late Southwest Florida International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near FCO:
Go where the road takes you with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience more of Rome and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Rome based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RSW to FCO in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Italy, head for Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are highlights.