- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Flights from Sicily (Island) to Rome depart on average 61 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
There are 31 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 311 miles (501 km) distance in 1h 10m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 311 miles (501 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Flights per day 61 |
Direct flights 31 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 12:05 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Flights per day
45
Distance
501 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Sicily (Island) to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sicily (Island) to Rome will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 45 flights that leave Sicily (Island) for Rome onSat, Aug 01, 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct flights cover the 501 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 Sat, Aug 01 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.
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AZ1782Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sicily (Island) to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 311 miles (501 km)
Most popular Flight | Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $95 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration 12h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 53m Average total duration 13h 53m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sicily (Island) to Rome:
A bus is $21 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Sicily (Island) to Rome costing on average $68.
A bus is $42 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sicily (Island) to Rome costing on average $89.
A bus is $47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sicily (Island) to Rome costing on average $95.
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 30m.
Bus takes on average 12h 39m.
Ferry takes on average 13h 53m.
The table below shows live departures for Sicily (Island) to Rome flights for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XZ2816 | 7:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 8:45 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY6535 · VY6100 | 7:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 12h25 | 8:20 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY6535 · VY6106 | 7:55 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 13h50 | 9:45 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
XZ2716 | 8:00 PM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 9:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1712 | 8:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 10:05 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1752 | 9:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h20 | 10:50 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY6605 · VY6100 | 10:20 PM Palermo Airport | 10h00 | 8:20 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY6605 · VY6108 | 10:20 PM Palermo Airport | 15h40 | 2:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY6605 · VY6106 | 10:20 PM Palermo Airport | 11h25 | 9:45 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 4857 | 10:45 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 12:15 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KM643 · KM612 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 9h35 | 8:35 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
KM643 · KM614 | 11:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 21h10 | 8:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 4901 | 11:20 PM Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 12:35 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
FR 4871 | 6:00 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 7:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1722 | 6:00 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 7:25 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1778 | 6:10 AM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 7:20 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4907 | 6:35 AM Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 7:50 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
XZ2810 | 6:55 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 8:20 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1736 | 7:05 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 8:30 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
XZ2710 | 7:10 AM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 8:20 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1774 | 7:15 AM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 8:25 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KM641 · KM614 | 7:30 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 12h40 | 8:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ1770 | 8:00 AM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 9:10 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
W46252 | 8:25 AM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 9:35 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 1171 | 8:40 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 10:10 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1782 | 10:05 AM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 11:15 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1710 | 10:15 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 11:40 AM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
XZ2712 | 11:30 AM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 12:40 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
XZ2812 | 11:40 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 1:05 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1724 | 11:40 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 1:10 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 3947 | 11:50 AM Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 1:05 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4851 | 12:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 1:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1784 | 12:20 PM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 1:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1734 | 12:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 2:00 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1730 | 2:10 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h20 | 3:30 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4855 | 2:15 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 3:45 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1766 | 2:40 PM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 3:50 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1792 | 3:10 PM Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 4:25 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1726 | 3:20 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h20 | 4:40 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4892 | 3:35 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 5:05 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4903 | 4:00 PM Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 5:15 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1754 | 4:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h20 | 5:50 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4905 | 6:00 PM Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 7:15 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
W46254 | 6:40 PM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 7:50 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ1794 | 7:05 PM Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 8:20 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
XZ2716 | 7:10 PM Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 8:20 PM Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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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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Fiumicino Aeroporto -> Roma Termini
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sicily (Island) to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sicily (Island) to Rome flights use the Palermo Airport to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Sicily (Island) 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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