Flying from San Diego to Rome: what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with working out where you'll leave from in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Rome taking off from here.
Hop off your plane in Rome at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Rome is eight hours ahead of San Diego and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your San Diego to Rome flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer lines at security and check-in. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of international departures is a wise idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Rome
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap San Diego to Rome flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Rome is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
We make it simple to find a San Diego to Rome flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
SAN is around 3 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Diego to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:
Of the departures from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 23 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Go where the road takes you with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Rome and beyond.
Booking your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
After your flight from San Diego to Rome has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from San Diego to Rome:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at CIA will save you money.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Rome. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Rome in January.
When booking your San Diego to Rome tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap flights from San Diego to Rome around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Rome, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are top attractions which should feature on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rome. Around 483 kilometres to the north-west, top sights here include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you're eager to discover another side of Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.