Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Rome is one hour ahead of Cardiff and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CWL to FCO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between CWL and FCO include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is $64. A round-trip ticket is currently $158. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CWL to FCO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CWL to FCO.
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Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cardiff Airport, data shows 66.16% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is approximately 17 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CWL? If you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you have a late Cardiff Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rome and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to central Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 20 miles away.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Rome in January.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 68ºF and 91ºF. Book your flights from Cardiff Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 36ºF and 57ºF. Search for cheap tickets from CWL to FCO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen Rome. Around 300 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Italy, head for Naples, about 120 miles south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are among the biggest draws.