Flying from Sacramento to Rome: what you need to know
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is Sacramento's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Rome taking off from here.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Rome, Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are the chief entry points.
Rome is nine hours ahead of Sacramento and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Sacramento to Rome flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Rome
To find cheap Sacramento to Rome flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Sacramento to Rome.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
We make it easy to find a Sacramento to Rome flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Sacramento International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
SMF is around 16 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of arriving at the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Rome, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's an easy drive from Sacramento International Airport.
81% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of SMF.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 30 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Grab a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your Sacramento to Rome flight.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Central Rome is approximately 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). As soon as your flight from Sacramento to Rome has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Sacramento to Rome, rest your head at a hotel near CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Rome Ciampino Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at CIA will save you money.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sacramento to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Sacramento to Rome ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sacramento to Rome around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Rome, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Hill are essential stops on your Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres northwest of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Naples is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. No trip is complete without visiting Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and San Carlo Theatre.