Flying from Rome to Seattle: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Rome. Check out your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to Seattle.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's primary gateways.
Seattle is eight hours behind Rome and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you make your Rome to Seattle flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Seattle
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Rome to Seattle flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it a cinch to book a Rome to Seattle flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
FCO is around 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rome to Seattle or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
70.57% of flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Rome to Seattle? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Seattle. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and venture far and wide through Seattle and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your Rome to Seattle flight.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
As soon as your flight from Rome to Seattle has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
You can expect the trip to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Rome to Seattle, settle in at a hotel close to LKE. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Seattle. To escape the crowds, go to Seattle in May.
Before locking in your Rome to Seattle tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Rome to Seattle in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Rome to Seattle, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
Greyhound: Bus Station and LMN Architects are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Seattle itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Seattle, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 241 kilometres south to Portland to tick off its leading attractions. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, consider Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are among the biggest draws.