Travelling from Rome to Tampa: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to Tampa.
Come in for landing at Tampa's chief entry point, Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to Tampa. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
To visit United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you have a passport from Italy. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Rome to Tampa.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Rome to Tampa departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 51 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Rome to Tampa? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Tampa with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Tampa include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Rome to Tampa? Kick back in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is around 13 kilometres from central Tampa. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 57 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near TPA if you're taking a late flight from Rome to Tampa. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is about 29 kilometres from central Tampa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Rome to Tampa, expect a drive time of approximately 23 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to PIE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Rome to Tampa:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Tampa
Right now, C$372 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Tampa. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$766. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap flights from Rome to Tampa. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Rome to Tampa across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Tampa. To avoid the crowds, visit Tampa in May.
Book your flight from Rome to Tampa for August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tampa to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rome to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Tampa:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are major attractions which should feature on every Tampa itinerary.
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