Travelling from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is 1 hour ahead of Belfast, where George Best Belfast City Airport is located. Rome operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from BHD to Rome, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BHD to Rome. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
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If you have a passport from United Kingdom 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 and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from George Best Belfast City Airport to Rome.
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 12 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 22 minutes.
Catching an early flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near BHD:
How to find the cheapest flights from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Rome
$120 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from George Best Belfast City Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $271. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from BHD to Rome. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes about 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 51 minutes.
If you have a late flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
As soon as your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Rome has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 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.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near CIA. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from BHD to Rome at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Rome. August is the busiest month for a trip to Rome. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Rome for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from BHD to Rome sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rome right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from George Best Belfast City Airport to Rome:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.
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