What percentage of Sydney to Rome flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 0.1% of flights from Sydney to Rome have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. The vast majority of available options for this route involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Sydney to Rome?

The median direct flight time from Sydney to Rome is approximately 24 hours and 10 minutes. Flights with one stop typically have a median duration of 29 hours and 55 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 16344 kilometers. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their journey.

Are non-stop flights from Sydney to Rome worth the extra cost?

Historically, direct flights from Sydney to Rome have been approximately 16% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight has been $1840, while connecting flights typically average $1581. Direct flights represent a small share of the market, accounting for about 0.1% of all flights on this route.

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Sydney to Rome: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Rome

For cheap flights from Sydney to Rome, fares typically range from $1399–$1896, with a median of $1607. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, indicating a dynamic market for this route.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Rome, November stands out with a median fare of $1445. Following closely, February offers a median of $1457, and March presents a median of $1477. These months generally provide more budget-friendly options for your journey.

A typical journey from Sydney to Rome takes approximately 24h 10m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the time spent on layovers. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 2.

The route from Sydney to Rome covers a substantial distance of 16,344 km. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, indicating a significant travel time and often involving multiple segments to reach your destination.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Rome

Regular price: A$1,381 - A$3,168

Prices for flights from Sydney to Rome are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Rome is between AUD 1381 and AUD 3168. The current lowest deal is AUD 1154 with Air China, for travel from Feb 10-Feb 23.

now A$1,154

Low A$1,381

High A$3,168

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Rome

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Rome is November, with a median price of 1417 USD. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of 1860 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,417

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,860

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Rome

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Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Rome

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Etihad Airways

A$1,700

A$1,360

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Etihad Airways

A$1,700

A$1,368

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Emirates Airlines

A$1,752

A$1,805

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Sichuan Airlines

A$1,678

A$1,384

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Vietjet Air

A$1,961

A$1,652

One-way

Fri, Oct 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,057

A$1,845

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Rome

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

A$2,289 → A$1,556

32%

11 nights

Apr 18 - Apr 29

A$1,755 → A$1,307

26%

5 nights

Feb 21 - Feb 26

A$1,615 → A$1,200

26%

7 nights

Apr 15 - Apr 22

A$1,666 → A$1,300

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Rome

Sydney - Rome route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Rome are below the typical level, with deals starting at $1154.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November ($1445), February ($1457), and March ($1477) offer the best prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 33h 0m

The typical flight duration for this long-haul route with connections is 33h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 90% of available routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers the best recent deal

Air China recently offered a roundtrip for $1154 from February 10-February 23.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Sydney to Rome are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport for flights to Rome, offering a convenient departure option.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,175

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Consider Western Sydney International Airport for flights to Rome, an alternative departure point.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,613

Rome main airports to arrive at

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Cheapest

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Sydney to Rome.

📍 ~24 km from Rome city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~A$1,182

Airports nearby Rome used as alternative

Naples International (NAP)

Naples International is a major international hub with significant capacity, offering excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Rome.

📍 ~187 km from Rome (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,679

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Feb 14

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$4,509

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Feb 14

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,498

$4,509

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Mar 21

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,446

$4,543

Save $3,903

Vietjet Air, +1

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From WSI

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Feb 14

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,498

$4,582

Save $3,916

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Feb 14

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,564

$4,592

Save $3,972

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Mar 21

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,366

$4,611

Save $3,755

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Feb 03

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,159

$4,664

Save $3,495

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

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Feb 07

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,285

$4,664

Save $3,621

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Feb 07

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,285

$4,664

Save $3,621

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Feb 28

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,646

$4,685

Save $3,961

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Feb 28

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,630

$4,685

Save $3,945

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Feb 28

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,566

$4,685

Save $3,881

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rome

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Sydney to Rome have been found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $1733. Booking 0-6 days out typically sees prices around $1817. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out has an average price of $1799, while booking 14-27 days in advance averages $1796.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Sydney to Rome is considered to be $1399 or less. The median price for this route has been $1607. Prices typically range, with 75% of observed prices falling below $1896. This threshold can help you identify favorable opportunities.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Rome, with a median price of $1445. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $1457. March follows closely with a median price of $1477. The annual median price for this route is typically $1607.

Sydney to Rome: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Rome

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Rome

Regular price: A$1,381 - A$3,168

Prices for flights from Sydney to Rome are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Rome is between AUD 1381 and AUD 3168. The current lowest deal is AUD 1154 with Air China, for travel from Feb 10-Feb 23.

now A$1,154

Low A$1,381

High A$3,168

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Rome

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,417

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,860

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Rome

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Rome

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Etihad Airways

A$1,700

A$1,360

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Etihad Airways

A$1,700

A$1,368

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Emirates Airlines

A$1,752

A$1,805

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Sichuan Airlines

A$1,678

A$1,384

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Vietjet Air

A$1,961

A$1,652

One-way

Fri, Oct 23

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Rome

Sydney (SYD) - Rome (FCO)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,057

A$1,845

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Rome

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

A$2,289 → A$1,556

32%

11 nights

Apr 18 - Apr 29

A$1,755 → A$1,307

26%

5 nights

Feb 21 - Feb 26

A$1,615 → A$1,200

26%

7 nights

Apr 15 - Apr 22

A$1,666 → A$1,300

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Rome

Sydney - Rome route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Rome are below the typical level, with deals starting at $1154.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November ($1445), February ($1457), and March ($1477) offer the best prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 33h 0m

The typical flight duration for this long-haul route with connections is 33h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 90% of available routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers the best recent deal

Air China recently offered a roundtrip for $1154 from February 10-February 23.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Sydney to Rome are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport for flights to Rome, offering a convenient departure option.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,175

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Consider Western Sydney International Airport for flights to Rome, an alternative departure point.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,613

Rome main airports to arrive at

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Cheapest

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Sydney to Rome.

📍 ~24 km from Rome city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~A$1,182

Airports nearby Rome used as alternative

Naples International (NAP)

Naples International is a major international hub with significant capacity, offering excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Rome.

Rome, Italy

93% AI deal score

$8,566

$4,685

Save $3,881

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rome

Cheap Flights from Sydney to Rome

Today’s best flight deals from Sydney to Rome

Sydney to Rome: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Rome

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Rome

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Rome

Direct flights from Sydney to Rome

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Rome

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Rome

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Rome

Sydney - Rome route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights average 33h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air China offers the best recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Sydney main airports to depart from

Rome main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Rome used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rome

Best Elite deals to Rome

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Feb 14

Mar 21

Feb 14

Feb 14

Mar 21

Feb 03

Feb 07

Feb 07

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rome

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Rome?

How do I know if a Sydney to Rome flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Rome?

What percentage of Sydney to Rome flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Sydney to Rome?

Are non-stop flights from Sydney to Rome worth the extra cost?

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Sydney to Rome: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Rome

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Rome

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Rome

Direct flights from Sydney to Rome

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Rome

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Rome

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Rome

Sydney - Rome route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights average 33h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air China offers the best recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Sydney main airports to depart from

Rome main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Rome used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Rome

Best Elite deals to Rome

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Feb 14

Mar 21

Feb 14

Feb 14

Mar 21

Feb 03

Feb 07

Feb 07

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rome

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Rome?

How do I know if a Sydney to Rome flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Rome?