Travelling from Belfast to Rome: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to Rome. Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the main airports in Belfast.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's primary gateways.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rome one hour ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you get on your Belfast to Rome flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Rome
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Belfast to Rome flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Belfast to Rome.
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Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it simple to find a Belfast to Rome flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Belfast International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
BFS is about 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours.
Searching for a handy hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Rome, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, 67.55% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Belfast to Rome flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between George Best Belfast City Airport and Rome:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Belfast to Rome? Kick back in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
68% of flights departing George Best Belfast City Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from Belfast to Rome. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Belfast to Rome has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is approximately 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to CIA. Kick back after your Belfast to Rome flight at one of these well-located options:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at CIA can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Rome
January is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Rome, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Rome based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Belfast to Rome ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Rome around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Rome right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Belfast to Rome:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are attractions you won't want to skip in Rome.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.