Flying from Rome to Toronto: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Rome. Check out your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to Toronto.
Step off the plane at one of Toronto's major gateways like Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can also touch down at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
A direct flight from Rome to Toronto takes an average of 9 hours 37 minutes. The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is 5 hours behind Rome.
With 32 weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Rome to Toronto with Ethiopian Airlines at 04:05. If you're keen to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from FCO to YYZ is with Air Canada at 14:30.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rome to Toronto, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you have a passport from Italy, you'll need an ETA to visit Canada. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Rome to Toronto for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're after a direct flight from Rome to Toronto, you can depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Get from FCO to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in one seamless journey.
At FCO, you can choose from various airlines operating direct flights from Rome to Toronto, such as:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Rome to Toronto departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 39 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 51 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rome to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Toronto. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Toronto:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can reach CIA from central Rome in about 42 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Rome to Toronto? Unwind in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto takes about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 49 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to Toronto, allow for a drive time of approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 39 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Rome to Toronto:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Toronto
ر.ق. 850 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Toronto. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 1,460. These fares can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Rome to Toronto, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Rome to Toronto is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Rome to Toronto. There's no need to check every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Rome to Toronto. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Toronto. To skip the crowds, visit Toronto in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Rome to Toronto in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Rome to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Rome to Toronto, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Toronto to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Rome to Toronto isn't our only cool trick. Check out our car rentals in Toronto and see the sights your way. We find deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.
