Travelling from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is six hours ahead of Rochester, where Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport is located. Rome follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your ROC to Rome flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ROC to Rome with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
ROC is around 6 kilometres from central Rochester. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near ROC:
72% of flights taking off from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find ROC at 1200 Brooks Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC) to Rome
₹ 32,896 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 72,415. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ROC to Rome. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome.
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 takes roughly 40 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 30 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your flight from ROC to Rome.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is about 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). After your flight from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Following your ROC to Rome flight, settle in at a hotel near CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from CIA one week in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ROC to Rome around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Intl Airport to Rome, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to 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
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Italy, head for Naples, about 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are highlights.
