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Rome.$704 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with LEVEL.Outbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $704, select.
Rome.$716 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with LEVEL.Outbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $716, select.
Rome.$801 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with LEVEL.Outbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $801, select.
Rome.$802 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 May, returning Tue, 20 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 11 May, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 20 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $802, select.
Rome.$892 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Thu, 8 May.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 8 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $892, select.
Rome.$894 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with LEVEL.Outbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $894, select.
Rome.$948 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $948, select.
Rome.$948 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with LEVEL.Outbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $948, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Rome

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Rome flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from $974
May
from $802
Jun
from $1,068
Jul
from $1,353
Aug
from $948
Sep
from $801
Oct
from $704
Nov
from $1,112
Dec
from $1,094
Jan
from $1,387
Feb
from $1,208
Mar
from $1,096

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San Francisco to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$704
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time11 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week46

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Rome: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Rome: Rome Ciampino and Rome Fiumicino.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Rome is $704. 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.
11 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Rome.
Lufthansa, United and Etihad Airways fly direct from San Francisco International to Rome.
As of April 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Rome.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Rome is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Fiumicino – which is 22.9 km away from the centre of Rome. We've found flights into this airport from $704.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Rome on Tuesday, 7 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 57 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 Rome 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 Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. August is typically the warmest month in Rome, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, LEVEL and ITA Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Rome.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Rome: what you need to know

  • Around 12 hours 47 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rome.

  • San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is 8 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most traveled route, with 22 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from SFO to FCO is with United at 16:35. Opt for the first departure operated by ITA Airways at 15:10 if you want to get going early.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from SFO to Rome, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're going away during a peak month like August, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.

  • You can book a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rome. Begin your trip at SFO and land at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

  • United is a leading airline that operates direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Rome.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SFO to Rome. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • You won't need a visa for Italy if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before organising your cheap tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Rome, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.

  • Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco, SFO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 47 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Rome

  • $384 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $704. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book 1 month before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SFO to Rome.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Rome is September. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from SFO to Rome every day.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Rome, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 39 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 51 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near FCO if you're taking a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rome. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

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

Best time to go to Rome

  • August is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Rome. To avoid the crowds, travel to Rome in February when things are quieter.

  • Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rome for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from SFO to Rome in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.

More about Rome

  • After booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Rome, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:

  • Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Rome to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Roman Forum.

Complete your Rome trip with a car rental

  • Pick one of our car rentals in Rome and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Rome.

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