Flights to Rome

Rome is Italy's capital and is served by Fiumicino, its main international airport, and the smaller Ciampino. US visitors can stay up to 90 days without a visa, and summers are hot while spring and autumn are milder.

Airports
FCO, CIA
Currency
EUR
Passport needed
Yes
US cities with nonstops
2
ROM

Fares to Rome

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Flights to Rome from US cities

Airports in Rome and getting into town

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.

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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

Which airports serve Rome?

Rome is served by Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino Airport (CIA). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport handled about 51 million passengers in 2025.

Do US citizens need a visa for 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. 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.

When is the best time 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.

How do I get from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to the city centre?

Leonardo Express non-stop to Roma Termini, every 15 minutes, about 32 minutes, EUR 14.

Which US cities have nonstop flights to Rome?

Among the cities we cover, New York (about 8h 20m) and Washington, D.C. (about 8h 45m) have nonstop service to Rome as of October 2026.

What currency is used in Rome?

Rome uses the euro (EUR).

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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