Travelling from Toronto to Rome: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Rome begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Rome, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the major entry points.
Around 8 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Toronto to Rome flight.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Toronto.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Toronto to Rome with Air Canada at 16:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from YYZ to FCO is with Air Transat at 21:40.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Toronto to Rome flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues 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 a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Rome
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Take off from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) on a nonstop flight from Toronto to Rome. From YYZ, you can fly straight to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You can choose from various airlines offering direct Toronto to Rome plane tickets with departures from YYZ, including:
Located around 12 miles from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Rome or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% land on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 2 miles from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Toronto to Rome? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62.09%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 50 miles away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Rome flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 miles away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Toronto to Rome. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
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 leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Toronto to Rome has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is approximately 9 miles from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Toronto to Rome:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make picking up a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at CIA can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Rome. August is the busiest month for a trip to Rome. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book a Toronto to Rome ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Toronto to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rome right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Toronto to Rome:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Travel about 300 miles north-west to Milan to tick off its popular sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 120 miles south-east of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.