- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Flights from Cambridge to Rome depart on average 125 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £72 if you book in advance.
There are 15 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1476 km distance in 2h 35m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1476 km |
Average flight duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Flights per day 125 |
Direct flights 15 |
Fastest flight 2h 35m |
First flight 0:25 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £72, while a train costs an average of £355.
Distance: 1476 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price Cheapest | £355 Average Price | £180 Average Price | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 25h 18m Average total duration 24h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42h 54m Average total duration 42h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Rome:
A flight is £108 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cambridge to Rome costing on average £180.
A flight is £283 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Rome costing on average £355.
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 24h 48m.
Coach takes on average 42h 24m.
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport -> Roma Termini
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Rome flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Rome Ciampino Airport. Use this guide to compare Cambridge 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.
Rome Ciampino Airport is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Rome Ciampino Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rome Ciampino Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rome Ciampino Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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