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Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£61
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£98
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
8 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
9 h 27 m
Flights on 13 Oct
7
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Olbia to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olbia to Rome will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Olbia to Rome you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 5273 · Regionale 4831+
XZ2348
Regionale 5279 · Regionale 4835+
XZ2348
Regionale 4791 · Regionale 87841+
XZ2340
Regionale 4753+
XZ2346
Regionale 5273 · Regionale 4831+
XZ2346
Regionale 4791 · Regionale 87841+
XZ2340
Regionale 5279 · Regionale 4835+
XZ2348
Regionale 4753+
XZ2342
Regionale 5273 · Regionale 4831+
XZ2346
Regionale 4791 · Regionale 87841+
XZ2342Flights from Olbia to Rome depart on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £24 by ferry.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:30, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 272 km distance in 1h 0m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 272 km |
Average flight duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Flights per day 7 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 0m |
First flight 5:30 |
Last flight 22:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
The table below shows live departures for Olbia to Rome flights for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 4791 · Regionale 87841+ XZ2340 | 5:41 Olbia Terranova | 8h29 | 14:10 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4791 · Regionale 87841+ XZ2342 | 5:41 Olbia Terranova | 10h59 | 16:40 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4753+ XZ2342 | 8:06 Olbia Terranova | 8h34 | 16:40 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 change | |
Regionale 4753+ XZ2346 | 8:06 Olbia Terranova | 12h44 | 20:50 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 1 change | |
Regionale 5273 · Regionale 4831+ XZ2348 | 10:07 Olbia Terranova | 12h43 | 22:50 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 changes | |
Regionale 5273 · Regionale 4831+ XZ2346 | 10:07 Olbia Terranova | 10h43 | 20:50 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 changes | |
Regionale 5279 · Regionale 4835+ XZ2348 | 14:18 Olbia Terranova | 8h32 | 22:50 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 2 changes | |
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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
Flying offers the fastest and easiest way to get between Sardinia and the Italian mainland. Direct flights from Olbia to Rome run several times a day, at all times of the year. It takes under one hour to fly from Olbia to Rome, a significant time saving compared with taking car and passenger ferries. Getting to the airport in Olbia is easy from everywhere around Sardinia, and flights from Olbia arrive into Rome's primary airport, Fiumicino. So, it's easy to get straight into the city, or to connect with other major Italian cities, shortly after landing.
One airline flies direct from Olbia to Rome, while several others offer indirect flights. Air Italy, formerly known as Meridiana, is a privately-owned Italian airline headquartered at Olbia Airport. It is Italy's second-biggest airline, and they are the only carrier to operate direct flights from Olbia to Rome. Several national airlines – including Italy's Alitalia, Switzerland's Swiss Air, Spain's Iberia, and Germany's Lufthansa offer indirect flights to Rome from Olbia, via a short stopover.
The flight from Olbia to Rome takes as little as 55 minutes direct. Some direct flights are slightly longer, around one hour. The total duration of indirect flights varies according to the airline, ticket type, and stopover route booked. The total travel time for indirect flights varies from four hours, with a quick connection, to 15-20 hours, including a longer layover or an overnight city stay.
Flights from Olbia to Rome run every day of the year, with around 30 scheduled flights a week. The most frequent and convenient services are Air Italy's direct daily flights, which depart in the morning, afternoon, and evening. There are up to five of these direct services a day, in addition to various indirect options from different airlines. Flights are more frequent during summer months (June to August), but they run regularly throughout the year.
Departure airport: Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) is the departure airport for all flights to Rome. The airport has free WiFi zones, luggage storage, a nursery and baby-change area, information desks, a VIP lounge, several shops, restaurants, and a wine bar. Public bus lines two and 10 run every 15 minutes from the city to the airport, or it's a 10-minute drive or taxi.
Arrival airport: Rome's main airport, Rome-Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci (FCO), is the arrival point for the vast majority of flights from Olbia. The airport has a wide range of shops, eateries, and car hire operators. There are information desks, hotels, and a First Aid center if needed. A taxi or car ride to the city center takes around 45-50 minutes. Alternatively, the Leonardo Express is a direct, non-stop train service that runs up to every 15 minutes from Fiumicino Airport to Rome's central train station, Termini, in just 32 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olbia 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 Olbia to Rome flights use the Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Olbia and Rome airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport is 3 km from Olbia city centre. Public transport options include:
Olbia Costa Smeralda 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 arrivals area.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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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