Travelling from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM): What you need to know
Rome is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM) taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
The timezone in Asmara is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Rome. Asmara International Airport is located in Asmara.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Rome to ASM.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rome to ASM. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on time at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can get to CIA from central Rome in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Rome to ASM flight? Check in to a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.
About Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Hop off your flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a convenient option a short drive from ASM, unpack your bags at Crystal Hotel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
At the moment, Rs116,467 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Asmara International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs162,331. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rome to ASM. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM). Plan your visit to Asmara in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Rome to ASM flight ticket departing in June if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Asmara to range from 15ºC to 28ºC.
January has temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Asmara International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Asmara
Start your Asmara trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
National Museum of Eritrea and Cathedral of Asmara are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Asmara must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Fiat Tagliero.
