Flying from Melbourne to Rome: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Rome departing from here.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's primary gateways.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to Rome.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
If you have a passport from Australia and want to travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap flight from Melbourne to Rome.
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Melbourne to Rome with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes approximately 42 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 28 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Rome or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 39 minutes.
It takes around 51 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel near FCO if you're taking a late flight from Melbourne to Rome. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). As soon as your flight from Melbourne to Rome has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 42 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour and 39 minutes.
There are some comfortable stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near CIA. Settle in after your flight from Melbourne to Rome at one of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Rome
ج.م. 17,479 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Rome. A return flight starts at ج.م. 32,524. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from Melbourne to Rome, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Rome
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Rome, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Rome based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne to Rome in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Rome, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Rome itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Roman Forum.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Melbourne to Rome to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in Rome, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.