Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is six hours ahead of Charlotte, where Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most traveled route, with five weekly departures to choose from. You can fly from CLT to FCO at 18:30 with American Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CLT to Rome flight.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Start your journey at CLT and travel straight to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). That will be your arrival point when searching for Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome tickets.
Book your seat with American Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CLT to Rome with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
CLT is around 10 kilometres from central Charlotte. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CLT:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Rome
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome flight is RM1,446. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,474. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CLT to Rome.
June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to FCO if you have a late flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before your flight from CLT to Rome.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CLT to Rome flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at CIA will save you money.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome. To avoid the crowds, visit Rome in December.
Book a Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CLT to Rome around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rome right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Rome:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are leading attractions which should be on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've done Rome, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres northwest to Milan to check off its popular sights. From Leonardo's Last Supper Museum to Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Naples is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. No trip is complete without seeing Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.