Flying from Dubai to Rome: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Dubai to Rome. Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's primary gateways.
The average duration of a direct flight from Dubai to Rome is 6 hours 24 minutes. Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rome 3 hours behind Dubai.
The most popular route for flights from Dubai to Rome is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Choose from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going first thing, the earliest flight from DXB to FCO is the 08:55 Emirates option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 15:45 with Emirates.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dubai to Rome.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You won't need a visa for Italy if you hold a passport from United Arab Emirates and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your cheap flights from Dubai to Rome, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can book a nonstop flight from Dubai to Rome taking off from Dubai Airport (DXB). Begin your trip at DXB and touch down at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Book your direct flight from Dubai to Rome with Emirates. This leading airline offers services from DXB.
We make it easy to plan a flight from Dubai to Rome with a stopover. To see your options departing from Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 49 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Dubai Airport:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Split up your flight from Dubai to Rome with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Dubai Airport and Rome are:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
You can get to DWC from the centre of Dubai in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Dubai to Rome? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 51 minutes to get there by public transport.
Book a hotel near FCO if you're taking a late flight from Dubai to Rome. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Dubai to Rome has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 42 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 39 minutes.
After your flight from Dubai to Rome, kick back at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Rome
118 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Rome. A return flight starts at 247 €. These prices may change based on demand.
Book 10 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Dubai to Rome.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Rome. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Rome
February is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Rome, while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Rome based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Dubai to Rome in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Rome sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Rome, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-do's during your Rome adventure.
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