Travelling from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Hamburg Airport to Rome and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Hamburg (the location of Hamburg Airport) and Rome are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
The most popular route is from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). There are 15 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HAM to FCO is the 06:15 Eurowings option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 17:10 with Eurowings.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your HAM to Rome flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Hamburg Airport to Rome ticket. Begin your trip at HAM and end it at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Pick from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Hamburg Airport to Rome. Book your ticket with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from HAM to Rome. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to HAM? If you're catching an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Rome, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Rome
$73 is currently the best price for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Rome flight. A return flight ticket starts at $146. These prices can change depending on availability.
Score cheap flights from HAM to Rome by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Hamburg Airport to Rome tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each 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'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Hamburg Airport to Rome. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Rome and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from HAM to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is roughly 18 kilometres from central Rome. Once you've disembarked your flight from Hamburg Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your HAM to Rome flight at any of these well-located options:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from CIA one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Hamburg Airport to Rome. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Rome in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Hamburg 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).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HAM to Rome around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from Hamburg Airport to Rome, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to do and see 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 any good Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its leading sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
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.