Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome one hour ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you get on your BFS to FCO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BFS and FCO:
Geneve Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Right now, C$90 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$195. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BFS to FCO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Belfast International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
67.55% of flights taking off from Belfast International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Belfast to Belfast International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Need a convenient hotel close to BFS? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Belfast International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
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Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Rome in January.
When booking your flight from Belfast International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BFS to FCO in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to tick off its top attractions. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are the start of reasons to visit.