- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Flights from Rome to Trieste depart on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €84 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:15, the last at 22:05. The fastest flight covers the 267 miles (430 km) distance in 1h 10m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 267 miles (430 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €84 |
Flights per day 11 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 12:15 AM |
Last flight 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Cheapest price
€139
Average price
€246
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Rome to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Trieste will cost around €246 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €139.
Of the 3 flights that leave Rome for Trieste onWed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct flights cover the 430 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the longest flights will take 1 h 10 m 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.
AZ1359
AZ1357
AZ1363
AZ1363
AZ1357
AZ1359Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €84.
Distance: 267 miles (430 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€189 Average price | €60 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Trieste:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Trieste costing on average €60.
A bus is €160 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Trieste costing on average €189.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 7m.
Bus takes on average 9h 37m.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Trieste flights for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AZ1363 | 9:45 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1h10 | 10:55 PM Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Trieste by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Trieste flights use the Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Trieste 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.
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia 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. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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