Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is 1 hour ahead of Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located. Rome operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from CWL to Rome.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from CWL to Rome, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can travel to Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Cardiff Airport to Rome, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
Travelling from central Cardiff to CWL takes approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near CWL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Rome or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Rome
P4,935 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cardiff Airport to Rome. Return flights start at P10,476. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from CWL to Rome, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Cardiff Airport to Rome.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 39 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 51 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is located around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). As soon as your flight from Cardiff Airport to Rome has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 42 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from CWL to Rome, rest your head at a hotel near CIA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month to visit Rome. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Rome for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from CWL to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Rome, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Rome to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
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