Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
9 hours 8 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Rome is 5 hours ahead of Charlotte and operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
You can choose from 7 weekly flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. The 12:10 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight available between CLT and FCO. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:15 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Rome (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport offered by this airline.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CLT and FCO are:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Dublin Airport
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you're catching a late flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Charlotte, Charlotte Douglas International Airport can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 4 hours and 53 minutes.
After a handy hotel near CLT? If you're on an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
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Start your Rome trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from CLT to FCO, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are essential stops on your Rome itinerary.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 51 minutes to get there by public transport.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is $628. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $874. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CLT to FCO.
The cheapest month for tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Rome. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLT to FCO in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC then.