Flying from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know
Dubai's main base, Dubai International Airport (DXB), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
6 hours 30 minutes is the average duration of a direct Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport flight.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome.
The busiest route is from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), with 25 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from DXB to FCO is the 1:45am ITA Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 3:45pm with Emirates.
Your flight from Dubai to FCO won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) leave from this terminal.
When leaving from DXB, you can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport with Emirates.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Emirates from DXB to FCO.
ITA Airways takes the top spot for on-time performance. An impressive 95.45% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to FCO. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Dubai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, data shows 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. Here's where you can connect between Al Maktoum International Airport and FCO:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
You can get to DWC from the centre of Dubai in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Dubai to FCO flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Al Maktoum International Airport:
71% of flights out of Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Have a late flight from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near FCO and turn out the lights sooner:
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Getting from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, central Rome is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
$156 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. A return flight starts from $347. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to FCO.
The best month for finding cheap Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Plan your visit to Rome in December for a quieter experience.
Book a Dubai 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).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport in January when temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rome right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
Your Rome visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres southeast of Rome, a trip to Naples will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Italy, head for Florence, about 241 kilometres north of Rome. Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery are among the biggest draws.




