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.
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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)
Central Rome is approximately 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Rome has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 42 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from ZRH to Rome at any of these perfectly located options:
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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