Cheap Flights from Houston (HOUA) to Rome (ROME)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston to Rome? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £501. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Rome flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Houston to Rome? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Houston to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£199
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineITA Airways
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Rome: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Rome: Rome Ciampino and Rome Fiumicino.
The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Rome is £472. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Rome.
ITA Airways flies direct from Houston to Rome.
As of July 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Houston to Rome.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Rome is usually October.
If you're flying from Houston, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Fiumicino – which is 14.2 miles away from the centre of Rome. We've found flights into this airport from £472.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Rome on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. August is typically the warmest month in Rome, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Rome is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Rome Fiumicino Airport is ITA Airways.

Flying from Houston to Rome: what you need to know

  • Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Houston to Rome. Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) and Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) are the main airports in Houston.

  • When working out where to land in Rome, Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are the primary gateways.

  • Jump on a direct Houston to Rome flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Houston.

  • The most popular route for flights from Houston to Rome is Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). You'll find four services that connect the two airports every week.

  • Leave enough time to make your Houston to Rome flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Rome

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Flying from Houston

Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Houston to Rome, you can depart from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). Travel from IAH to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) without any stops.

  • Keep an eye out for deals with ITA Airways. This airline offers direct Houston to Rome plane tickets from IAH.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Houston to Rome flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • IAH is around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Houston to Rome or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • Of all flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.

  • The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Houston to Rome flight, check out these options when heading out from Houston Hobby Airport:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • HOU is about 16 kms (10 miles) from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Houston to Rome? Relax in a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • 79% of flights leaving Houston Hobby Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Arriving in Rome

Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kms (14 miles) from central Rome. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.

  • It usually takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • Reserve a hotel near FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Rome. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Rome Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your Houston to Rome flight.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

  • The centre of Rome is located around 14 kms (9 miles) from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). After your flight from Houston to Rome has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • The trip will take approximately 20 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Houston to Rome, settle in at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Rome Ciampino Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Rome

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Rome. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Rome in March.

  • Lock in a Houston to Rome ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.

More about Rome

  • Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Rome, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Rome to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Vatican Hill.

Explore more of Italy

  • You've done Rome, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Travel around 483 kms (300 miles) northwest to Milan to check off its popular sights. From Leonardo's Last Supper Museum to Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Italy, consider Naples, roughly 193 kms (120 miles) southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and San Carlo Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.

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