Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Rome: what you need to know
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is 5 hours ahead of Buffalo.
To ensure you catch your flight from BUF to Rome, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like August? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BUF to Rome. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you have a passport from United States and want to travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome.
BUF is about 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near BUF? If you're boarding an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Rome
C$429 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome. Return flights start from C$1,068. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BUF to Rome if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes about 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 51 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
After your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 39 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near CIA. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from BUF to Rome at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome. To escape the crowds, head to Rome in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from BUF to Rome sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome, explore our range of hotels including:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.
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