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Washington D.C..$747 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $747, select.
Washington D.C..$759 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $759, select.
Washington D.C..$760 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $760, select.
Washington D.C..$760 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $760, select.
Washington D.C..$760 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $760, select.
Washington D.C..$760 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $760, select.
Washington D.C..$780 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $780, select.
Washington D.C..$790 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $790, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $1,664
May
from $780
Jun
from $747
Jul
from $884
Aug
from $868
Sep
from $760
Oct
from $759
Nov
from $760
Dec
from $836
Jan
from $1,045
Feb
from $844
Mar
from $760

Direct flights from Rome to Washington D.C.

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Rome to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$747
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week87

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Washington D.C. is $747. 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.
10 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Washington D.C..
United, Air Canada and SWISS fly direct from Rome to Washington D.C..
As of April 2025, there are 87 flights per week flying from Rome to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Washington D.C. is usually June.
If you're flying from Rome, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from $747.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Washington D.C. on Tuesday, 10 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 8 minutes.
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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington D.C. is TAP Air Portugal. And the cheapest airline that flies to Camp Springs Andrews AFB Airport is ITA Airways.

Travelling from Rome to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Rome is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Washington DC leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).

  • Get off the plane at one of Washington DC's major gateways like Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Alternatively, make your way to this city landing at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

  • Around 10 hours is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Rome to Washington DC flight.

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Rome.

  • The most popular route for flights from Rome to Washington DC is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can choose from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to IAD is the 04:10 Ethiopian Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 15:40 with United Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Rome to Washington DC flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Washington DC

  • To snag cheap Rome to Washington DC flights, book your journey 11 months before your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for February. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Rome to Washington DC. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Rome to Washington DC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Rome to Washington DC flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Rome to Washington DC taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Begin your journey at FCO and end it at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • You can choose from a range of airlines offering direct Rome to Washington DC plane tickets with departures from FCO, including:

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Rome to Washington DC flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • FCO is around 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Washington DC, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:

  • Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% touch down on time at their destination.

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

  • Think about adding a stop at Edinburgh Airport (EDI). It's a popular stopover on a Rome to Washington DC flight departing Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to browse the airport stores.

  • You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to Washington DC, stay in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 6 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rome to Washington DC. Book one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

  • The street address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • The centre of Washington DC is around 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). After your flight from Rome to Washington DC has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Rome to Washington DC:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and be on your way in a flash.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from IAD one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.

  • You can find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Head toward the city centre after your flight from Rome to Washington DC has landed. Central Washington DC is about 40 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Choose a hotel close to BWI and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're catching a late Rome to Washington DC flight or just want an easier arrival, these stays offer convenience when you need it most:

  • Start your travels without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your vehicle from BWI two weeks before your flight from Rome to Washington DC for the best deals.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Washington DC, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Book a Rome to Washington DC ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Rome to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, head for Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.

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