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Cheapest deal$1,054
Cheapest monthNovember
Most popular airlineEmirates

Flight deals from Rome to Sydney

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Sydney? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sydney.$1,054 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Sydney on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,054, select.
Sydney.$1,189 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Sydney on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,189, select.
Sydney.$1,261 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,261, select.
Sydney.$1,262 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,262, select.
Sydney.$1,289 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,289, select.
Sydney.$1,307 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Rome Ciampino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,307, select.
Sydney.$1,314 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,314, select.
Sydney.$1,317 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,317, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from $1,694
Sep
from $1,261
Oct
from $1,314
Nov
from $1,054
Dec
from $1,695
Jan
from $1,592
Feb
from $1,531
Mar
from $1,420
Apr
from $1,692
May
from $1,424
Jun
from $1,426
Jul
from $1,924

Rome to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rome to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Sydney is $1,054. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rome to Sydney. But we found flights with one stop from $1,054.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Rome to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Sydney is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Sydney Airport on Sunday, 23 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rome and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sydney is Air China .

Flying from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know

  • Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the two main airports in Rome.

  • Sydney is ten hours ahead of Rome. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney, which is in the UTC+11 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Rome to SYD.

  • During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Rome to SYD leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

  • Of all flights leaving Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive on time at their destination.

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

  • CIA is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Rome to SYD flight? Check in to a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • 73.18% of flights leaving Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive according to schedule.

About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Central Sydney is around 18 kilometres from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • $560 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. A return flight starts from $1,054. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rome to SYD. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Rome to SYD.

  • Chase down a great fare on a flight from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). Visit Sydney in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • When booking your Rome to SYD flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • July sees temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Sydney

  • Start your Sydney trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are plenty of exciting things to do in Sydney when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Sydney Harbour followed by Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Australia, head for Newcastle, about 129 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rome to Sydney

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