Flying from Rome to Orlando: what you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Orlando leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is where you'll be arriving in Orlando.
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Rome.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Rome to Orlando flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Orlando
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Rome to Orlando flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Rome to Orlando.
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Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it simple to book a Rome to Orlando flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
FCO is around 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Rome Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Orlando, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
78% of flights that leave from Rome Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Break up your Rome to Orlando flight with a stop at Manchester Airport (MAN). A main stopover between Rome Ciampino Airport and Orlando, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
CIA is about 14 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Orlando:
Flights from Rome Ciampino Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 86% of them touching down on schedule.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel near MCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Orlando. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Orlando and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
The centre of Orlando is about 31 kilometres from Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB). After your flight from Rome to Orlando has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from Rome to Orlando, rest your head at a hotel near SFB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at SFB can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Orlando
April is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Orlando. To skip the crowds, visit Orlando in March.
Lock in a Rome to Orlando ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Orlando to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Rome to Orlando around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Orlando, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Hogwarts Castle, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are attractions you won't want to skip in Orlando.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Orlando. Around 193 kilometres to the north, popular attractions include St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another standout destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without experiencing Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami.