Flights from New York to Rome

Nonstop flights from New York to Rome take about 8h 20m, with 5 airlines flying the route.

Distance
4,281 mi
Nonstop flight
about 8h 20m
Time difference
+6h
Nonstop airlines
5
NYC
ROM

Fares from New York to Rome

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About this route

New York and Rome, Italy are about 4,281 miles apart. Rome is 6 hours ahead of New York. The scheduled nonstop takes around 8 hours 20 minutes.

JFK has the most flights to Rome, and Norse's service is seasonal. United is the only airline flying from Newark.

Nonstop airlines

AirlineFromTo
ITA AirwaysJFK John F. Kennedy International AirportFCO Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
American AirlinesJFK John F. Kennedy International AirportFCO Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Delta Air LinesJFK John F. Kennedy International AirportFCO Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Norse Atlantic AirwaysSeasonalJFK John F. Kennedy International AirportFCO Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
United AirlinesEWR Newark Liberty International AirportFCO Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Rome

FCO

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

19 miles (30 km) from the city centre. 51 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteTimeCost
TrainLeonardo Express non-stop to Roma Termini, every 15 minutesabout 32mEUR 14
CIA

Ciampino Airport

7 miles (12 km) from the city centre. 3.9 million passengers in 2024

HowRouteCost
BusTerravision or SIT direct shuttle to TerminiEUR 6
BusCotral or Schiaffini bus to TerminiEUR 3.90

Travel essentials for Rome

Entry requirements for US citizens

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.

Your passport should be valid for at least three months after you plan to leave the Schengen Area (six months is recommended). The EU Entry/Exit System has been fully operational since 10 April 2026, so your fingerprints and a photo are taken at your first entry instead of a passport stamp. ETIAS, a travel authorisation costing €20 and valid for three years, is not required yet and has no confirmed start date, so check travel-europe.europa.eu before you fly.

Check the official guidance

Currency
euro (EUR)
Language
Italian
Plugs
Type L, 230 V
Time zone
Europe/Rome

When to visit Rome

Rome's tourism office names spring and autumn as the best seasons, with heat building in July and August. Summer visitors should plan for strong sun.

Busiest: Jun-Aug. Quieter shoulder season: Apr-May, Sep-Oct.

Average temperatures in Rome (°F)

30°50°70°90°Jan: average high 54°F (12°C), low 38°F (3°C)38°JanFeb: average high 55°F (13°C), low 38°F (3°C)FebMar: average high 60°F (16°C), low 43°F (6°C)MarApr: average high 66°F (19°C), low 47°F (8°C)AprMay: average high 72°F (22°C), low 55°F (13°C)MayJun: average high 83°F (28°C), low 62°F (17°C)JunJul: average high 88°F (31°C), low 67°F (19°C)JulAug: average high 89°F (32°C), low 68°F (20°C)89°AugSep: average high 80°F (27°C), low 61°F (16°C)SepOct: average high 72°F (22°C), low 54°F (12°C)OctNov: average high 62°F (17°C), low 47°F (8°C)NovDec: average high 55°F (13°C), low 40°F (4°C)Dec
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MonthAvg highAvg low
Jan54°F (12°C)38°F (3°C)
Feb55°F (13°C)38°F (3°C)
Mar60°F (16°C)43°F (6°C)
Apr66°F (19°C)47°F (8°C)
May72°F (22°C)55°F (13°C)
Jun83°F (28°C)62°F (17°C)
Jul88°F (31°C)67°F (19°C)
Aug89°F (32°C)68°F (20°C)
Sep80°F (27°C)61°F (16°C)
Oct72°F (22°C)54°F (12°C)
Nov62°F (17°C)47°F (8°C)
Dec55°F (13°C)40°F (4°C)

Tips for visiting Rome

  • The Leonardo Express runs every 15 minutes between Fiumicino and Termini; four tickets bought together cost EUR 40 instead of EUR 56.
  • From Ciampino, Terravision and SIT buses cost about EUR 6 and Cotral or Schiaffini buses about EUR 3.90.
  • In summer bring sun protection and plan sightseeing around the heat; the tourism office notes evening museum visits in July and August.
  • Cash of 10,000 euros or more must be declared on entry and exit.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from New York to Rome?

A nonstop flight from New York to Rome is typically scheduled for about 8 hours 20 minutes. Flights with a connection take longer, depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Rome?

As of October 2026, ITA Airways, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Norse Atlantic Airways and United Airlines fly nonstop between New York and Rome.

Which airports do nonstop flights use?

Nonstop flights leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and arrive at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

How far is Rome from New York?

Rome is about 4,281 miles (6,890 km) from New York, measured between the city centres.

What is the time difference between New York and Rome?

Rome is 6 hours ahead of New York.

Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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. This applies to US citizens; other nationalities should check their own requirements.

How do I get from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to central Rome?

One option is leonardo Express non-stop to Roma Termini, every 15 minutes, which takes about 32 minutes and costs EUR 14.

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Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.

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