Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Kuala Lumpur is seven hours ahead of Rome.
Leave plenty of time to make your FCO to Kuala Lumpur flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from FCO to Kuala Lumpur with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to FCO? If you've booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
70.57% of flights that take off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Kuala Lumpur
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight is Rs75,330. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs154,947. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from FCO to Kuala Lumpur if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight from FCO to Kuala Lumpur couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur. Book one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and find adventure across Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Booking your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from FCO to Kuala Lumpur can help you get the best possible rate.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. After your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to drop your things at near SZB. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your FCO to Kuala Lumpur flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Sixt, WAHDAH or Agtran and make a speedy getaway.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from SZB one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur
Before locking in your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Kuala Lumpur offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FCO to Kuala Lumpur in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 32ºC.
More about Kuala Lumpur
Start your Kuala Lumpur trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Kuala Lumpur, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Merdeka Square and Petronas Twin Towers are a couple of big attractions to add to your Kuala Lumpur travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Central Market Cultural Performances.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Johor Bahru is another well-known destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur. No trip is complete without visiting Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, Popular Book Store at Johor Bahru City Square and Danga Bay.