Travelling from Rome to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Rome to Philadelphia. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Disembark at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the primary gateway of Philadelphia.
Around 9 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Rome to Philadelphia flight.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Rome.
With eight flights a week between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Rome to Philadelphia with American Airlines at 10:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from FCO to PHL is with American Airlines at 13:10.
To ensure you make your Rome to Philadelphia flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Philadelphia
To score cheap Rome to Philadelphia flights, book your trip seven months before your departure.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can catch a direct flight from Rome to Philadelphia taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Start your journey at FCO and land at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Secure your Rome to Philadelphia plane tickets with American Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from FCO.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Rome to Philadelphia flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
FCO is about 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.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Philadelphia? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
On 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.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Philadelphia:
73% of flights leaving Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Rome to Philadelphia, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PHL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and chase adventure across Philadelphia and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is around 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to Philadelphia, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Budget, National and Enterprise make collecting a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from TTN four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Philadelphia. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Philadelphia in February.
Before locking in your Rome to Philadelphia tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -7ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rome to Philadelphia around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from Rome to Philadelphia, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring Philadelphia.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United States, head for Boston, roughly 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.
