Travelling from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Rome. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) taking off from here.
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
Washington DC is six hours behind Rome. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route. There are 20 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with United Airlines at 3:20pm. Choose the first FCO to IAD departure operated by Ethiopian Airlines at 4:25am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Your flight from Rome to IAD won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You'll have your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport departing from FCO. Reserve your trip with one of these:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between FCO and IAD is United.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is United.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Rome to IAD that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between FCO and IAD include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
78% of flights departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Add a stopover to your journey at Edinburgh Airport (EDI). It's a key transfer point for flights from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) out of Rome Ciampino Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Rome to IAD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Rome Ciampino Airport:
Rome Ciampino Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 85% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near IAD:
For the best deal, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Central Washington DC is around 40 kms (25 miles) from Washington Dulles International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
£275 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport. A return flight starts from £393. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book nine months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rome to IAD.
February is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Rome to IAD.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport.
The best time to fly from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
February is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your Rome to IAD plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Washington DC right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Rome to Washington Dulles International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History are must-visits when exploring Washington DC.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the northeast, its best attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Virginia Beach is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 274 kms (170 miles) southeast of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.