Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rome: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 58 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located in Athens. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is 1 hour behind Athens.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route, with 74 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from ATH to FCO is with Ryanair at 23:30. Go for the first departure with ITA Airways at 06:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from ATH to Rome. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll arrive.
Top airlines that have direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome include:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ATH to Rome. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU)
Rhodes Airport (RHO)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
If you have a passport from Greece and are travelling to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome.
Located around 40 kilometres from central Athens, ATH can be reached in approximately 37 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 59 minutes.
Have an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ATH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Rome
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome is RM103. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM245. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ATH to Rome, book your journey 8 months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for 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 takes around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 51 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is approximately 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 39 minutes.
After your flight from ATH to Rome, kick back at a hotel near CIA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Rome, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ATH to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Rome, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are attractions you won't want to skip in Rome.
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