Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Berlin (the location of Berlin Brandenburg Airport) and Rome share the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 20 flights a week between the two airports, Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from BER to FCO is with Ryanair at 21:45.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BER to Rome flight.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome tickets are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll disembark.
Book your favourite seat with Ryanair. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from BER to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Travelling from central Berlin to BER takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BER:
74.2% of flights that depart Berlin Brandenburg Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Rome
The best price we've seen for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome flight is $50. The cheapest price for a return flight is $132. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from BER to Rome by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before your flight from BER to Rome can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). After your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your BER to Rome flight, unwind at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Visit Rome during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BER 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 Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Trevi Fountain, Colosseum and Roman Forum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.