Travelling from Rome to Phoenix: what you need to know
Rome has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Phoenix leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is where you'll be arriving in Phoenix.
Phoenix is eight hours behind Rome and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you make your Rome to Phoenix flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Phoenix
To pick up cheap Rome to Phoenix flights, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Rome to Phoenix flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Phoenix or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
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)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Phoenix:
73% of flights taking off from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
The distance from Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to central Phoenix is roughly 24 kilometers. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Rome to Phoenix, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SCF:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. Following your flight from Rome to Phoenix, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 35 minutes.
Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty make collecting a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at PHX will save you money.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Step off your flight from Rome to Phoenix and go straight to your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Phoenix is around 40 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and typically takes 40 minutes to drive there.
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for a solo trip or a roomy SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available here from providers such as Dollar, Alamo and Budget.
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your vehicle from AZA two weeks before your flight from Rome to Phoenix for the best deals.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport can be found at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Visit Rome during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Rome to Rome during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Rome to Phoenix ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap flights from Rome to Phoenix around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Phoenix right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Phoenix:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are must-visits when exploring Phoenix.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Las Vegas is another well-known destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No trip is complete without experiencing Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.