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The cheapest month to fly from Athens International Airport to Rome

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Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:April

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Alternative Athens International to Rome routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Athens International to Rome? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Athens to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$90
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineITA Airways
Average flights per week724

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Rome: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Rome: Rome Ciampino and Rome Fiumicino.
The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Rome is $90. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Rome.
Aerolineas Argentinas, ITA Airways and Etihad Airways fly direct from Athens International to Rome.
As of June 2025, there are 249 flights per week flying from Athens International to Rome.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Rome is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Athens International Airport, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Fiumicino – which is 22.9 km away from the centre of Rome. We've found flights into this airport from $90.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Rome on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Rome, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rome.

Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rome: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours. That's the average time for a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome.

  • The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is one hour behind Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). You can choose from 58 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from ATH to FCO is the 06:00 ITA Airways service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:30 with Ryanair.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your ATH to Rome flight.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Begin your journey at ATH and fly nonstop to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). That will be your arrival point when searching for Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome tickets.

  • Leading airlines that offer direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome include:

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from ATH to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Naples International Airport (NAP)

    • Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)

    • Palese Airport (BRI)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central Athens, ATH can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Looking for a hotel near ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • 77.19% of flights leaving from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rome

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome flight is $27. The cheapest price for a return flight is $90. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ATH to Rome if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across the month and bag a sweet deal.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from ATH to Rome by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome. Book one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:

  • Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ATH to Rome.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • The centre of Rome is around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CIA. Settle in and get cosy after your ATH to Rome flight at any of these well-located options:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and make a speedy getaway.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Rome

  • Before securing your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Rome offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Before booking an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from ATH to Rome in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

More about Rome

  • After booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Trevi Fountain, Colosseum and Roman Forum are top sights which should feature on every Rome itinerary.

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 away to the north-west, popular attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Italy, head for Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are among the biggest draws.

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