Travelling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is 10 hours 21 minutes. Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome 6 hours ahead of Dallas.
You can choose from 9 weekly flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. The 10:10 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available between DFW and FCO. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:20 if early starts aren't your thing.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Visiting Rome (and seeing more of Italy!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
If you want to break up your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the DFW - FCO route are:
Philadelphia International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is $643. The cheapest price for a return flight is $836. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get flight tickets from DFW to FCO by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from DFW to FCO every day.
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Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Travelling from central Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport takes around 3 hours and 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FCO if you have a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 51 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Rome. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport for August if you want to explore Rome during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20 ºC and 33 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2 ºC and 14 ºC. Look for flight tickets from DFW to FCO sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
As soon as you've booked your flights from DFW to FCO, you'll want to find a place to stay in Rome. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-do's during your Rome adventure.
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