Travelling from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Asmara International Airport is located in Asmara. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Rome.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rome to ASM, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Rome to ASM. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is about 20 miles. Check out Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Split up your flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and ASM are:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
You can arrive at CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to cover the 11 miles or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to ASM? Check in to a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Hop off your flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option a quick drive from ASM, check out Sunshine Hotel.
Getting from Asmara International Airport (ASM) to central Asmara
From Asmara International Airport, Asmara is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 11 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
£124 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Asmara International Airport. Return flights start from £305. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Rome to ASM, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Rome to Asmara International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Rome to Asmara International Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rome to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Asmara International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Asmara in April when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Rome to ASM, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Asmara, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 24ºC.
More about Asmara
After booking your flight from Rome to Asmara International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Asmara:
National Museum of Eritrea and Cathedral of Asmara are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Asmara travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tank Graveyard.
Complete your Asmara trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Asmara and see the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Rome to Asmara International Airport.
