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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich 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 Zurich to Rome flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Zurich to Rome

Alternative Zurich to Rome routes

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

Zurich to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found54 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week191

Finding cheap flights from Zurich 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 Zurich to Rome is 54 €. 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.
1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Rome.
SWISS, ITA Airways and easyJet fly direct from Zurich to Rome.
As of March 2025, there are 382 flights per week flying from Zurich to Rome.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Rome is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Fiumicino – which is 22.9 km away from the centre of Rome. We've found flights into this airport from 54 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Rome on Tuesday, 8 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 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 March, the average temperature is usually around 11°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, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rome.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rome: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Rome.

  • Rome and Zurich (where Zurich Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.

  • The busiest route is from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Take your pick of 54 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ZRH to FCO is the 07:20 SWISS option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:30 with SWISS.

  • For stress-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 ZRH to Rome.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • You can catch a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Rome that touches down at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

  • Book your seat with SWISS. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Rome.

  • If you have a passport from Switzerland and want to travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Zurich Airport to Rome.

  • The journey from central Zurich to ZRH takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Need a convenient hotel near ZRH? If you've booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Rome

  • 33 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 54 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from ZRH to Rome, book your trip 10 months before your planned departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Rome. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from ZRH to Rome. You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Rome, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 51 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Zurich Airport to Rome. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:

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

Best time to go to Rome

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Rome. To skip the crowds, visit Rome in February when things are quieter.

  • The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Rome in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from ZRH to Rome in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.

More about Rome

  • After locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Rome, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:

  • Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Rome must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Roman Forum.

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