Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Rome is 7 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to FCO.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Kuala Lumpur to FCO with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between KUL and FCO include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
From central Kuala Lumpur, KUL is around 64 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Looking for a handy hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, check out these options when leaving from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
You can reach SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 27 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to FCO, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Rome. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
It takes around 51 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
For a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, $425 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $726. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to FCO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Rome. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur to FCO in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are a couple of big attractions to add to your Rome itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
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