Flying from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Rome: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Warsaw (the location of Warsaw Chopin Airport).
The most popular route is from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). There are 26 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from WAW to FCO is the 05:40 Wizz Air option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:30 with Wizz Air Malta.
To avoid missing your WAW to Rome flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month like September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome ticket. Start your journey at WAW and land at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome. Reserve your trip with one of these:
WAW is around 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near WAW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
80% of flights leaving Warsaw Chopin Airport land at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from WAW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome flight is $29. The cheapest price for a return flight is $78. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from WAW to Rome, book your journey two months before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
Book a hotel close to FCO if you have a late flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your flight from WAW to Rome.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is around 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). After your flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your WAW to Rome flight, settle in at a hotel near CIA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at CIA will help you save.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome. August is the busiest month for a trip to Rome. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.
When booking your Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from WAW to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Rome.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Rome, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Travel about 483 kilometres northwest to Milan to tick off its must-visit sights. From Leonardo's Last Supper Museum to Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are key reasons to visit.