Flying from Rome to Paris: what you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Paris leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
When jetting into Paris, hop off the plane at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) is another gateway to this city.
The average time for a direct Rome to Paris flight is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Rome and Paris follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 70 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Rome to Paris is with ITA Airways at 21:30. Choose the first FCO to CDG departure operated by Air France at 06:00 to make the most of your first day in Paris.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Rome to Paris flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Paris
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Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can book a direct flight from Rome to Paris leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Set off from FCO and then touch down at any of these Paris airports:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
These are some of the major carriers offering direct Rome to Paris plane tickets out of FCO:
We make it a cinch to find a Rome to Paris flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Nice Airport (NCE)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Rome Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to Paris or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Rome Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Rome to Paris flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from Rome Ciampino Airport:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Budapest Airport (BUD)
Prague Airport (PRG)
You can get to CIA from central Rome in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to Paris? Relax in a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that leave Rome Ciampino Airport get to their destination on schedule. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.
Arriving in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is approximately 23 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near CDG if you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Paris. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar to explore Paris and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your Rome to Paris flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is about 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Once your flight from Rome to Paris has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near ORY. Kick back after your Rome to Paris flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Rome to Paris has landed. Central Paris is about 72 kilometres from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near BVA after your Rome to Paris flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you'd like an economy for a solo adventure or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Paris Beauvais Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from BVA about three weeks ahead of your flight from Rome to Paris. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, along with a better price.
The street address for Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
March is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Paris, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Paris based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your Rome to Paris ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Rome to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Paris, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay are top sights which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Paris. Around 386 kilometres to the southeast, top sights here include Fête Des Lumières, Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
If you're eager to discover another side of France, consider Nantes, about 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. Les Machines de l’île Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas are the start of reasons to visit.