Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
19 miles (30 km) from the city centre. 51 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | Leonardo Express non-stop to Roma Termini, every 15 minutes | about 32m | EUR 14 |
Flights from Chicago to Rome
3 airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Rome.
- Distance
- 4,809 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- +7h
- Nonstop airlines
- 3
Fares from Chicago to Rome
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American AirlinesSeasonal | ORD O'Hare International Airport | FCO Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport |
| United AirlinesSeasonal | ORD O'Hare International Airport | FCO Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport |
| ITA AirwaysSeasonal | ORD O'Hare International Airport | FCO Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Rome
Before you go
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Rome is 7 hours ahead of Chicago. Rome uses the euro (EUR).
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Chicago to Rome?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Rome?
As of October 2026, American Airlines, United Airlines and ITA Airways fly this route nonstop, some of them seasonally.
How far is Rome from Chicago?
About 4,809 miles (7,740 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Rome is 7 hours ahead of Chicago.
Do I need a passport to fly to Rome?
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
How do I get from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport into Rome?
Leonardo Express non-stop to Roma Termini, every 15 minutes, about 32 minutes, EUR 14.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.