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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Rome? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Rome flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Alternative Edinburgh to Rome routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Rome? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found58 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Rome: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Rome: Rome Ciampino and Rome Fiumicino.
The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Rome is 58 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Rome.
Ryanair, Malta Air and Jet2 fly direct from Edinburgh to Rome.
As of April 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Rome.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Rome is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Ciampino – which is 13.0 km away from the centre of Rome. We've found flights into this airport from 58 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Rome on Thursday, 24 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. August is typically the warmest month in Rome, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rome.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rome: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 19 minutes.

  • The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Choose from 6 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EDI to CIA is the 06:05 Ryanair service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 17:15 with Ryanair.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from EDI to Rome, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) will be where your journey ends.

  • You'll have your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rome. Head off on your trip with any of these:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from EDI to Rome. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Stansted Airport (STN)

    • Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)

  • You can visit Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before booking your cheap tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Rome, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near EDI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rome

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Rome is 30 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 58 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from EDI to Rome by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • April is the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Rome. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from EDI to Rome every day.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rome.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 51 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

Best time to go to Rome

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome. August is the busiest month to travel to Rome. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Before booking a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from EDI to Rome around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Rome

  • Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Rome travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.

Complete your Rome trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome isn't our only cool trick. Check out our car rentals in Rome and travel at your own pace. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.

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