Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Rome: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome and you'll be travelling for around 10 hours.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is 5 hours ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located.
With 23 weekly flights between the two airports, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route. ITA Airways operates the earliest flight at 16:30. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from IAD to FCO is with United at 22:15.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from IAD to Rome. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll step off the plane.
United is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from IAD to Rome with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a passport from United States and are travelling to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome.
The journey from central Washington DC to IAD takes around 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 51 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near IAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Rome
$495 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $803. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 2 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAD to Rome.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 51 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases 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)
The centre of Rome is around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 42 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 39 minutes.
After your flight from IAD to Rome, unwind at a hotel near CIA. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Rome in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from IAD to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
After locking in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Rome and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare options in one go to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Rome.