Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Rome is five hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from JFK to FCO start from 00:30 — the first with Norse Atlantic Airways. The last service of the day is at 23:55 with Norse Atlantic Airways. Overall, there are 121 weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your JFK to FCO flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport available through various airlines, getting to Rome (and then other destinations in Italy) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.
ITA Airways is the most punctual carrier offering JFK to FCO flights. An impressive 83.19% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between JFK and FCO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is ر.ق. 496. A round-trip fare right now is ر.ق. 1,191. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from JFK to FCO, book your journey two months before your departure date.
January is the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JFK to FCO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to JFK:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're getting in on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Travel at your own pace with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Rome and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to central Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Rome. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to FCO in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Italy, consider Naples, roughly 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key highlights.