Can I fly direct from Rome to Washington, D.C.?

Direct flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 8.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Rome to Washington, D.C.?

A direct flight from Rome to Washington, D.C. typically takes approximately 10 hours and 10 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight duration of 610 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to about 15 hours and 15 minutes, or 915 minutes. The distance between the two cities is approximately 7232 kilometers.

How much do direct flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. have shown a slight price premium compared to connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was observed to be $816, while connecting flights had a median price of $804. This represents a premium of approximately 1% for direct options. Direct flights accounted for about 13.9% of the available options over the trailing 90 days.

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Rome to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Rome to Washington, D.C., the most affordable month to fly is typically October, with a median fare of $538. Following closely, September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $620. Another option for budget-conscious travel is January, where the median fare stands at $690.

Fares for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. typically range from $629 to $1182, with a median price of $834. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a particularly low fare can be challenging, though new deals appear almost daily.

When considering the journey from Rome to Washington, D.C., most itineraries connect at least once, with only 8.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Rome to Washington, D.C., including connections, takes approximately 19h 10m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this long-haul route. Given the distance, planning for a full day of travel is advisable.

The route from Rome to Washington, D.C. covers a significant distance of 7208 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This substantial distance contributes to the overall flight duration and fare structure.

How much is a round trip from Rome to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: €418 - €950

Prices for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 418 EUR to 950 EUR. The current lowest deal is 414 EUR with Icelandair for travel from Sep 5-Sep 13.

now 414 €

Low 418 €

High 950 €

The cheapest time to fly from Rome to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Washington is October, with a median price of $538. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $996. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from 538 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 996 €

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Direct flights from Rome to Washington, D.C.

Alitalia

Last-minute flights going from Rome to Washington, D.C.

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

841 €

720 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

British Airways

817 €

688 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

British Airways

893 €

683 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

British Airways

889 €

683 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

British Airways

840 €

688 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Icelandair

605 €

513 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C.

6 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 31

936 € → 607 €

35%

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

893 € → 683 €

23%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

889 € → 683 €

23%

9 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 30

610 € → 433 €

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Rome to Washington, D.C.

Rome - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Rome to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $834.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Washington, D.C., at $538.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 19h 10m long

Flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. are typically 19h 10m, covering 7208 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 8.2% of recent flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alitalia has direct flights

Alitalia offers direct flights from Rome to Washington, D.C., with 1 direct deal found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. are frequent, appearing often.

Rome main airports to depart from

Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Cheapest

Fly from Rome Fiumicino to Washington, D.C. for a convenient and cost-effective travel option.

📍 ~25 km from Rome city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$504

Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International (CIA)

Consider Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~15 km from Rome city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$682

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good arrival option for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~37 km from Washington, D.C. city center.

💸 Flights from ~$504

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity, often a viable alternative for trans-Atlantic routes.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by high-speed Amtrak rail service)

💸 Flights from ~$664

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $774. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $919, while booking 60+ days out tends to result in higher average prices around $1030. These trends are based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Rome to Washington, D.C. is typically around $629 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $834. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $1182 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $629 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Rome to Washington, D.C. are October and September. In October, the median price was observed to be $538, while September saw a median price of $620. January also offered relatively lower prices with a median of $690. The annual median price for this route is $834, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Rome to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Rome to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: €418 - €950

Prices for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is 418 EUR to 950 EUR. The current lowest deal is 414 EUR with Icelandair for travel from Sep 5-Sep 13.

now 414 €

Low 418 €

High 950 €

The cheapest time to fly from Rome to Washington, D.C.

October

Cheapest

Flights from 538 €

July

Most Expensive

Flights from 996 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Rome to Washington, D.C.

Alitalia

Last-minute flights going from Rome to Washington, D.C.

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

841 €

720 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

British Airways

817 €

688 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

British Airways

893 €

683 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

British Airways

889 €

683 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

British Airways

840 €

688 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

FCO - Washington, D.C.

Rome (FCO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Icelandair

605 €

513 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rome to Washington, D.C.

6 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 31

936 € → 607 €

35%

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

893 € → 683 €

23%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

889 € → 683 €

23%

9 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 30

610 € → 433 €

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Rome to Washington, D.C.