Flying from Rome to Columbus: what you need to know
Rome has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Columbus departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Come in for landing at Columbus's major arrival point, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Rome.
To ensure you board your Rome to Columbus flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Columbus
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Rome to Columbus flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Rome to Columbus flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes on 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.
Need a handy hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Columbus, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% touch down on time at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
CIA is about 13 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to Columbus, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73%.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to central Columbus takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to CMH if you have a late flight from Rome to Columbus. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car and discover Columbus and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your travel date.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
As soon as your flight from Rome to Columbus has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 16 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Best time to go to Columbus
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Columbus. To escape the crowds, go to Columbus in April.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Rome to Columbus ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to Columbus in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 6ºC.
More about Columbus
Start your Columbus trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Columbus, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are must-visits when exploring Columbus.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Columbus, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its leading attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 274 kilometres west of Columbus. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among the biggest draws.
