Flying from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Approximately 9 hours 41 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is 5 hours behind Rome. John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York.
With 62 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the busiest route. Norse Atlantic Airways operates the earliest flight at 08:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from FCO to JFK is with Norse Atlantic Airways at 19:00.
Your flight from Rome to JFK won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Get there in one go from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are available from here.
Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport out of FCO include:
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Rome to JFK with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between FCO and JFK include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is about 32 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
In search of a handy hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)? Check out the fares departing from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Rome to JFK taking off from CIA include:
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and JFK:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour and 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 42 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to JFK, unwind in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to JFK if you're taking a late flight from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 48 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
For a one-way ticket from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport, 156 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from 292 €. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Rome to JFK when you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are usually at their lowest.
The cheapest month for tickets from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices fall. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Rome to JFK.
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The best time to fly from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Schedule your flight from Rome to JFK for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rome to John F. Kennedy International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
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Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
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