Travelling from Venice to Rome: what you need to know
Start your journey at one of Venice's main airports, Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF). Explore your options for booking a flight from Venice to Rome departing from either of these.
When it comes to arriving in Rome, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is a primary hub. Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is another.
Jump on a direct Venice to Rome flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Venice.
With 28 flights a week between the two airports, Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Venice to Rome with ITA Airways at 06:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from VCE to FCO is with ITA Airways at 19:20.
To ensure you catch your Venice to Rome flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Rome
Lock in cheap Venice to Rome flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Venice to Rome is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Finding a cheap flight from Venice to Rome is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Venice to Rome flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Venice to Rome, you can depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). Fly from VCE to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) without any stops.
ITA Airways is a leading airline that offers direct Venice to Rome plane tickets leaving from VCE.
Travelling from central Venice to VCE takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Venice to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Venice Marco Polo Airport:
Of all flights leaving Venice Marco Polo Airport, 75.29% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
TSF is around 26 kilometres from central Venice. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Treviso Airport the day before your flight from Venice to Rome:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Treviso Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70.17%.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Venice to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. Following your flight from Venice to Rome, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Venice to Rome:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make picking up a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CIA one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
January is the quietest month for flights from Venice to Rome, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Rome based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Venice to Rome ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Venice to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Venice to Rome, explore our selection of hotels including:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Rome to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rome. Around 483 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without visiting National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.