- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Flights from Essen to Rome depart on average 53 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €57 if you book in advance.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:40, the last at 23:15. The fastest flight covers the 708 miles (1141 km) distance in 1h 55m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 708 miles (1141 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Flights per day 53 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 55m |
First flight 12:40 AM |
Last flight 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€108
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€408
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h
Flights on Sep 20
111
Distance
1141 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Essen to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Rome will cost around €408 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €108.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 111 flights from Essen to Rome, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct flights cover the 1141 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sun, Sep 20 the longest flights will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EW888
EW9886
S6 · ICE 29+
U22995
S9 · IC 2046 · S8+
U22995
S6 · ICE 721+
U22995
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EW886
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AZ7779Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Essen to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €125 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €125, while a flight costs an average of €428.
Distance: 708 miles (1141 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€428 Average price | €125 Average price Cheapest | €335 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 24h 32m Average total duration 24h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Rome:
A bus is €303 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Rome costing on average €428.
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Bus takes on average 24h 2m.
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Rome flights for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S6 · ICE 527+ U22993 | 6:18 AM Essen Hbf | 11h12 | 5:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 513 · ICE 25+ U22993 | 6:20 AM Essen Hbf | 11h10 | 5:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 513+ U22993 | 6:20 AM Essen Hbf | 11h10 | 5:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
S6 · 26852 · ICE 11+ LH5148 | 6:48 AM Essen Hbf | 13h37 | 8:25 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3 transfers | |
S6 · 26852 · ICE 11+ DE4187 | 6:48 AM Essen Hbf | 14h42 | 9:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3 transfers | |
S6 · 26852 · ICE 11+ U22993 | 6:48 AM Essen Hbf | 10h42 | 5:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3 transfers | |
BA925 · BA554 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 8h15 | 3:25 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA552 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h25 | 2:35 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA550 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 6h20 | 1:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA562 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 15h15 | 10:25 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA925 · BA564 | 7:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 16h10 | 11:20 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO406 · LO3919 · LO2141 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 28h55 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO406 · LO3923 · LO2141 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 28h55 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO406 · LO3905 · LO2141 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 28h55 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO406 · LO301 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 26h30 | 9:45 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO406 · LO3907 · LO2141 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 28h55 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO406 · LO3921 · LO2141 | 7:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 28h55 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
QS8041 · QS1008 | 7:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 5h55 | 1:15 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ4725+ AZ437 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 4h05 | 12:35 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1973 · LH1868 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 6h35 | 3:05 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1973+ LH4170 | 8:30 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 3h25 | 11:55 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1897 · VY6116 | 9:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 14h00 | 11:55 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1897 · VY6104 | 9:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h15 | 5:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
63606 · ICE 225+ LH242 | 10:04 AM Essen Hbf | 13h06 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
63606 · ICE 225+ U22993 | 10:04 AM Essen Hbf | 7h26 | 5:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
63606 · ICE 225+ DE4187 | 10:04 AM Essen Hbf | 11h26 | 9:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 29+ LH242 | 10:18 AM Essen Hbf | 12h52 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 625+ LH242 | 10:18 AM Essen Hbf | 12h52 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 517+ LH242 | 10:20 AM Essen Hbf | 12h50 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO404 · LO3905 · LO2141 | 10:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 25h45 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO404 · LO3923 · LO2141 | 10:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 25h45 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO404 · LO301 | 10:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 23h20 | 9:45 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO404 · LO3921 · LO2141 | 10:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 25h45 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO404 · LO3919 · LO2141 | 10:25 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 25h45 | 12:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
63626 · IC 2009 · ICE 1517+ LH5148 | 11:04 AM Essen Hbf | 9h21 | 8:25 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3 transfers | |
63626 · IC 2009 · ICE 1517+ LH242 | 11:04 AM Essen Hbf | 12h06 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3 transfers | |
63626 · IC 2009 · ICE 1517+ DE4187 | 11:04 AM Essen Hbf | 10h26 | 9:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3 transfers | |
VF73+ VF90 | 12:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 23h25 | 11:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1977+ LH4166 | 1:05 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 5h10 | 6:15 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1895 · VY6116 | 1:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 10h45 | 11:55 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VF26 · VF73 | 1:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 22h20 | 11:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 721+ LH242 | 1:18 PM Essen Hbf | 9h52 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 721+ DE4187 | 1:18 PM Essen Hbf | 8h12 | 9:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
S9 · IC 2046 · S8+ LH242 | 1:20 PM Essen Hbf | 9h50 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 3 transfers | |
EW886 | 2:00 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2h00 | 4:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ7779 | 2:00 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2h00 | 4:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
63610 · ICE 125+ LH242 | 2:04 PM Essen Hbf | 9h06 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
63610 · ICE 125+ DE4187 | 2:04 PM Essen Hbf | 7h26 | 9:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
S6 · ICE 723+ LH242 | 2:18 PM Essen Hbf | 8h52 | 11:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
VF73+ VF28 | 4:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 18h45 | 11:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1983 · LH1872 | 6:25 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 3h35 | 10:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VF73+ VF30 | 8:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 15h15 | 11:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1899 · VY6106 | 9:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 12h45 | 9:45 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1899 · VY6100 | 9:00 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 11h30 | 8:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
VF92+ VF73 | 1:15 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 10h15 | 11:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
63602 · ICE 527+ U22993 | 6:04 AM Essen Hbf | 11h26 | 5:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
63602 · ICE 527+ LH236 | 6:04 AM Essen Hbf | 11h46 | 5:50 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
63602 · ICE 527+ LH5148 | 6:04 AM Essen Hbf | 14h21 | 8:25 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 transfers | |
QS8043 · QS1008 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 7h05 | 1:15 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
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World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Outstanding ancient sculpture and mosaic museum housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo.
Celebrated villa museum with Bernini sculptures, Caravaggio paintings, and refined garden setting.
Elegant Baroque square with Bernini's fountains, lively atmosphere, and superb people-watching.
Historic square and gathering place at the Spanish Steps, ideal for classic city views and strolls.
Charming cobbled neighborhood filled with ivy-clad lanes, churches, nightlife, and local character.
Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. A city icon known for rich flavor without cream.
Roman pasta with guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino Romano. A traditional Lazio staple tied to shepherd cooking and bold savory flavor.
Pasta with guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Considered one of Rome's oldest pasta dishes and prized for its simplicity.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Niko Romito at Bulgari Hotel Roma, offering refined Italian tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Historic trattoria in Testaccio known for classic Roman pasta and quinto quarto dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Popular casual spot famed for Roman-style pizzas and fried starters. Bustling atmosphere and a long-standing local reputation.
Moderate for Europe: stays in central Rome are pricey, but transit is cheap and meals range from affordable pizza to costly tourist-area dining.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good; round up in taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Most Essen to Rome flights use the Dusseldorf Airport to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Essen and Rome airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited duration. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport: Ramps, assistance, toilets.
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