Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai.
Take your pick of 20 weekly Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight you can take. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 15:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your DXB to FCO flight.
Flying during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Emirates offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Rome — and maybe even more of Italy if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
With an impressive 88.52% of services landing on schedule, Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to FCO flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between DXB and FCO:
Bahrain International Airport
Sphinx International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Currently, £86 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £193. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to FCO.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DXB to FCO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights leaving from Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Dubai Airport is around 9 miles from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DXB:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Book a hotel near FCO if you're on a late Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before travelling.
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 around 40 minutes. It's approximately 20 miles away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Rome based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Dubai Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DXB to FCO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rome. Around 300 miles away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 120 miles south-east of Rome. No trip is complete without experiencing National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
