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Cheapest time to fly from Rome to Palermo

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flying Time1 h and 11 mWhen flying from Rome to Palermo, this can take around 1 h and 11 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors

Cheapest flight$13The best price for flights from Rome to Palermo offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days

Departure AirportLeonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino AirportLeonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is where you'll take off when flying from Rome to Palermo

Arrival AirportPunta Raisi AirportYou'll land at Punta Raisi Airport when flying from Rome to Palermo

Peak seasonAugustAugust is the busiest time to fly from Rome to Palermo according to search data results from our customers

Airlines operating this routeRyanair, Aeroitalia, ITA AirwaysAirline(s) that fly from Rome to Palermo

Best time to bookMayMay is one of the most frequent times to fly to Palermo from Rome according to real data from our customers

Airlines that fly from Rome to Palermo

Local currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

0%A train in Palermo costs roughly the same as in Rome.

Rome$1.76

Palermo$1.70

MealMid-priced restaurant

20%A meal in Palermo is 20% cheaper than a meal in Rome.

Rome$17.57

Palermo$14.05

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

40%A taxi fare in Palermo is 40% cheaper than in Rome.

Rome$5.86

Palermo$3.51

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

6%Coffee in Palermo is 6% cheaper than in Rome.

Rome$2.22

Palermo$2.09

Exchange rate

1 USD = 0.85 EUR

1 EUR = 1.18 USD

Last revised on Sun, 12/21

Distance: 265 miles

Rome airports

Fiumicino (FCO)How far from city center: 14 miles

Ciampino (CIA)How far from city center: 9 miles

Palermo airports

Punta Raisi (PMO)How far from city center: 16 miles

Flights from Rome

Rome is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. There are two major international airports serving the city; Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino airport and Rome Ciampino Airport. Fiumicino airport is one of the busiest airports in Europe, having served 41.7 million passengers in 2016. Ciampino Airport handles mostly executive and charter flights.

The airports provide regular flights from Rome to Palermo and other destinations locally and across the world. Major airlines including Ryanair, Lufthansa and Vueling operate flights from the airports. Fiumicino airport is the main hub for the largest Italian airline, while Alitalia Airlines and Ciampino Airport are the major hub for Ryanair.

Travelling to Rome airport

Fiumicino Airport and Ciampino Airport provide easy access to several railway stations, the Italian highway, and seaport. You can opt for the Leonardo Express, a direct train service from Rome Termini railway station to Fiumicino airport. The regional FL1 trains are also available for transfer from several other stations in the city such as Termini, Tiburtina and Ostiense to the train station at the airport.

The Terravision Shuttles serve the route between Termini central station and the two airports. You can opt for a taxi ride from your location, and can pre-arrange for pickup by the distinctive white taxi cabs at any of the airports.

Reaching Palermo

On getting to Palermo, you will be spoiled for choice as to what to do or see first. The island features a wide range of stunning attractions including the Catacombs of the Capuchins, Palermo Cathedral and Teatro Massimo, which is the largest theater in Italy. If you are a culture vulture, you will be amazed at what Palermo has to offer when you delve deeper into its fascinating history.

The island also features a wide range of entertainment options and a pulsating nightlife. You can visit the island's outdoor market and pick up some souvenirs to take home. The island has a vibrant gastronomic scene that features several restaurants and bars.

Getting to the city center

Flights from several destinations around the world arrive at Palermo International airport. Located about 22 miles from the city center, the airport is one of the busiest hubs in Italy. Getting to the city from the airport is simple, in fact, there are several transport options from which to choose.

You can travel by taxi, which is one of the fastest modes of travel. You can opt for a train ride from the airport to several stations in town such as Francia and Centrale, Notarbatolo. Several car rental companies operate from the airport; you can hire a car if you are planning to drive yourself around the island.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Rome to Palermo

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Italy. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Rome to Palermo, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Rome to Palermo is $13. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Palermo more expensive than Rome to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Palermo costs an average of 3.51 USD , 40% cheaper than Rome, with a fare of 5.86 USD,

while train tickets cost 3% less at Palermo: $ 1.70 USD versus $ 1.76 USD at Rome.

Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 14.05 USD euros in Palermo, 20% less than the 17.57 USD euros in Rome.

The price of the coffee is around 6% cheaper in Palermo, with an average of 2.09 USD, while in Rome the coffee costs 2.22 USD.

When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Rome to Palermo?

The most popular months to book a trip from Rome to Palermo are May, July and June, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Rome to Palermo?

The best time of the year to visit Palermo depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, August is the best month to fly to Palermo from Rome in terms of searches from our customers, followed by October and June. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds January, December and February are the months with fewer searches for Rome - Palermo.

How long does the flight from Rome to Palermo take?

Flight length from Rome to Palermo is around 01:11 hours on average, at an average distance of 415 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Palermo compared to Rome?

While in Rome the temperatures can reach an average of 33.63 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Palermo's temperatures can go up to 35.21 ºC during the hot season, with 8.3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 6.15 ºC in Palermo, compared to the -2.32 ºC average degrees reported in Rome. During the winter period, Rome can register 9 mm precipitation, while Palermo have an average of 6 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Rome and Palermo?

The main route from Rome to Palermo is: Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Punta Raisi Airport (PMO). The following airlines fly this route:

Ryanair.

ITA Airways.

Aeroitalia.

Which airlines fly from Rome to Palermo?

The airlines that fly non-stop from Rome to Palermo are:

Ryanair.
ITA Airways.
Vueling.

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