Travelling from Rome to Paris: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Paris. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Get off the plane at one of Paris's major entry points like Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Alternatively, come in for landing at Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Rome to Paris flight.
Rome and Paris share the same timezone, UTC+1.
With 70 weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Rome to Paris with Air France at 06:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from FCO to CDG is with ITA Airways at 21:30.
Leave plenty of time to make your Rome to Paris flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there 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 Paris
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The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Rome to Paris is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can fly directly to Paris departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Here are some airports you can reach in one trip when searching for your flight from Rome to Paris:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
There are numerous airlines that offer direct Rome to Paris plane tickets out of FCO. Your next adventure starts with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Rome to Paris flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rome to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your Rome to Paris flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and Paris are:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
CIA is around 13 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to Paris, stay in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73%.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CDG:
Grab a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and discover Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is approximately 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). As soon as your flight from Rome to Paris has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 55 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near ORY. Unwind after your Rome to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY can get you a lower rate.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Rome to Paris and head directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near BVA after your Rome to Paris flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to reach your next stop with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable suppliers here like Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Rome to Paris is the ideal time to secure your ride from BVA. You're likely to find a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Rome to Paris. June is the busiest month to visit Paris. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your Rome to Paris tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rome to Paris in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Paris, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Paris will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.