Travelling from Belfast to Rome: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Belfast. Check out your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or Belfast City Airport (BHD) when searching for a flight from Belfast to Rome.
Arrive in Rome at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you board your Belfast to Rome flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Rome
To pick up cheap Belfast to Rome flights, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Belfast to Rome.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Belfast to Rome by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Belfast to Rome flights.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Belfast to Rome flights departing from Belfast International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
BFS is around 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Belfast to Rome? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Belfast International Airport:
82% of flights departing from Belfast International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from BFS.
Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your Belfast to Rome flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Belfast City Airport and Rome include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Belfast to Rome, stay in one of these hotels near Belfast City Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Belfast City Airport land at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
Arriving in Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Rome. Book one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and venture far and wide through Rome and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. After your flight from Belfast to Rome, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Belfast to Rome:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make picking up a Rome Ciampino Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at CIA will help you save.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Belfast to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
Book a Belfast to Rome ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Belfast to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Hill are attractions you won't want to skip in Rome.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rome. Around 483 kilometres to the northwest, popular attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
If you want to check out another major stop in Italy, consider Naples, roughly 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and San Carlo Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.
