Flying from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is five hours ahead of Toronto, where Region of Waterloo International Airport is located. Rome follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your YKF to Rome flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
The journey from central Toronto to YKF takes about 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near YKF. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Rome or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Region of Waterloo International Airport, data shows 63.64% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Region of Waterloo International Airport to Rome flight is $670. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,487. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YKF to Rome if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Region of Waterloo International Airport to Rome ticket.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Rome. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rome and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YKF to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Once you've hopped off your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Following your YKF to Rome flight, kick back at a hotel near CIA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and be off and running.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Plan your trip to Rome during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Rome in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your Region of Waterloo International Airport to Rome flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from YKF to Rome around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Region of Waterloo International Airport to Rome, explore our range of hotels including:
Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are just two of the major attractions to put on your Rome to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to tick off its leading attractions. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.