Elizabeth, NJ EWR to Rome ROM Flights

Rome is within the Schengen Area. Passport and visa requirements depend on your nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 6 h between Elizabeth, NJ and Rome all year round.

The best events to attend in Rome include:

• Carnevale di Roma, a festive celebration with parades, masks, and street performances
• Festa della Repubblica, a national holiday commemorating the founding of the Italian Republic with military parades
• Natale di Roma, the celebration of Rome's founding featuring historical reenactments and events
• Roma Jazz Festival, an annual music festival showcasing international jazz artists and performances.

The best holidays to experience in Rome include:

• Ferragosto, a public holiday in August marking the peak of summer with beach outings and family gatherings
• Pasqua, Easter celebrations in April featuring religious processions and traditional feasts
• Ognissanti, All Saints' Day in November, a time for honoring loved ones with visits to cemeteries and local festivities.

The best seasons to visit Rome are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Rome is during April-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.