Flying from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is 12 hours behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located. Rome operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from WLG to Rome.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
You can travel to Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from New Zealand. But before booking your cheap tickets from Wellington International Airport to Rome, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Wellington, WLG can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 19 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near WLG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Rome or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Rome
$963 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Wellington International Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,844. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from WLG to Rome if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Wellington International Airport to Rome across the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 51 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you're taking a late flight from Wellington International Airport to Rome. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Wellington International Airport to Rome has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from WLG to Rome at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Wellington International Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Rome, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Wellington International Airport to Rome for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from WLG to Rome in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rome right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Wellington International Airport to Rome:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are popular attractions which should be on any good Rome itinerary.
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