Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rome: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Rome.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of Manchester, where Manchester Airport is located.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is the most traveled route, with 12 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from MAN to CIA is with Ryanair at 18:15. Go for the first departure with Ryanair at 05:50 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MAN to Rome flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your journey at MAN and fly straight to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). That will be your arrival point when searching for Manchester Airport to Rome tickets.
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Manchester Airport to Rome include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from MAN to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The journey from central Manchester to MAN takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to MAN? If you're catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Rome, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Rome
$25 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Rome flight. A return ticket right now is $54. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from MAN to Rome by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Manchester Airport to Rome tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from MAN to Rome.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Manchester Airport to Rome by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Manchester Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Booking your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from MAN to Rome can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is about 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). After your flight from Manchester Airport to Rome has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 20 minutes or so.
Following your MAN to Rome flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
December is the quietest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Rome, while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Rome based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Manchester Airport to Rome plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to Rome in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Rome, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Museums are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Rome to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Saint Peter's Square.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres northwest of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.