Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Detroit.
Each week, there are three Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights. To be on board early, pick the 17:40 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 21:20 with Delta Air Lines.
Give yourself enough time to make your DTW to FCO flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Rome (and then seeing more of Italy!) is a snap with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Delta Air Lines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between DTW and FCO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Newark Liberty International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Currently, RM1,256 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,551. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from DTW to FCO by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Of all flights leaving Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near DTW? If you're catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider booking a hotel near FCO if you're taking a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and see more of Rome and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to the centre of Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Rome in January.
When booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DTW to FCO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Italy, head for Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are the start of reasons to visit.