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      Flight deals from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $951. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Rome.$885 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $885, select.
      Rome.$885 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $885, select.
      Rome.$885 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr, returning Wed, 14 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $885, select.
      Rome.$887 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $887, select.
      Rome.$887 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Thu, 17 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $887, select.
      Rome.$887 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar, returning Tue, 6 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $887, select.
      Rome.$887 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $887, select.
      Rome.$887 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $887, select.
      Rome.$887 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $887, select.
      Rome.$888 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $888, select.
      Rome.$888 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Tue, 30 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $888, select.
      Rome.$888 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Wed, 14 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $888, select.
      Rome.$888 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $888, select.
      Rome.$890 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $890, select.
      Rome.$915 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $915, select.
      Rome.$920 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Dec, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $920, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Rome Fiumicino flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Aug
      from $973
      Sep
      from $951
      Oct
      from $941
      Nov
      from $885
      Dec
      from $887
      Jan
      from $888
      Feb
      from $888
      Mar
      from $888
      Apr
      from $885
      May
      from $993
      Jun
      from $1,033
      Jul
      from $1,023

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      Chicago to Rome Fiumicino: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Chicago to Rome below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rome Fiumicino.

      Rome Ciampino

      13km from central Rome
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      from $1,057
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      Rome Fiumicino

      23km from central Rome
      Cheapest
      from $885
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      Chicago to Rome: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$885
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time9 hrs, 13 mins
      Most popular airlineLufthansa
      Average flights per week73

      Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino is $885. 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.
      9 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino.
      Lufthansa, Air Canada and United fly direct from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino.
      As of August 2026, there are 73 flights per week flying from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino.
      The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Rome Fiumicino Airport on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 13 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 Fiumicino 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.

      Travelling from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know

      • Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Chicago. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) taking off from here.

      • Take a direct Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 10 minutes.

      • Rome is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.

      • With 13 direct flights a week between the two airports, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the busiest route. ITA Airways operates the earliest flight at 3pm. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from ORD to FCO is with American Airlines at 5:20pm.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to FCO. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like spring break and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

      Airports in Chicago

      Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

      • You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

      • Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport departing from ORD. Book your seat with one of these:

      • The most frequently booked airline between ORD and FCO is United.

      • Among carriers operating on this route, American Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

      • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to FCO departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

        • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

        • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

        • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

      • Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

      • Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

      • Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

      • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

      Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

      • Split up your flight from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and FCO include:

        • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

        • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

        • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

      • With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.

      • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Chicago to FCO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

      • As far as flight punctuality goes, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.

      • You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

      Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

      • From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you take public transport.

      • Make catching an early Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:

      • Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At RFD, that rate is 71%.

      • Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.

      About Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

      • Reserve a hotel close to FCO if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:

      • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport flight.

      Getting from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome

      • Central Rome is around 32 kilometres from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

      • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

      • Right now, $386 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $885. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

      • Get cheap flights from Chicago to FCO by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.

      • Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

      • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Chicago to FCO.

      • Hunt down a great price on a flight from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

      The best time to fly from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

      • Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Rome. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

      • Lock in a Chicago to FCO plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

      • Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).

      More about Rome

      • Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:

      • Your Rome trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.

      Explore more of Italy

      • Naples is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Rome. Around 193 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.

      • Around 241 kilometres north of Rome, Florence is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery.

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