Travelling from Brussels to Rome: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Brussels. Check out your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when searching for a flight from Brussels to Rome.
When planning your arrival in Rome, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the major entry points.
Jump on a direct Brussels to Rome flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Brussels and Rome follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to {"defaultCase":"Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport","accusativeCase":"Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport","nominativeCase":"Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport","dativeCase":"Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport"} (FCO) is the busiest route. When looking for your flight from Brussels to Rome, you can choose from 55 weekly services between BRU and FCO.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Brussels to Rome flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Rome
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Brussels to Rome flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Brussels to Rome is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Brussels to Rome, you can depart from Brussels Airport (BRU). Travel from BRU to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in one seamless journey.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Brussels to Rome plane tickets out of BRU. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it a cinch to find a Brussels to Rome flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Brussels Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Seville Airport (SVQ)
Porto Airport (OPO)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Rome, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to Brussels Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.97% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Direct flights from Brussels to Rome can be booked from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL), so consider flying out of this popular hub. CRL offers nonstop connections to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
From CRL, you can book a direct Brussels to Rome plane ticket with Ryanair.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Brussels to Rome flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Rome:
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Brussels to Rome, stay in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
71.71% of flights out of Brussels S. Charleroi Airport meet their expected arrival time.
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 takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Rome. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your 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 main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is approximately 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Brussels to Rome has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near CIA. Unwind after your Brussels to Rome flight at one of these perfectly located options:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Brussels to Rome. August is the most popular month to visit Rome. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Before locking in your Brussels to Rome tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Brussels to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Rome, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Rome itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Rome, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Travel around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its leading sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Italy, head for Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.