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Overview: Palermo to Rome flight
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Flights from Palermo to Rome depart on average 34 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 14 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 427 km distance in 1h 10m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 427 km |
Average flight duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Flights per day 34 |
Direct flights 14 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 0:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Palermo to Rome
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£127
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Flights per day
22
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Palermo to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Rome will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £44.
Of the 22 flights that leave Palermo for Rome every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 427 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 .
The slowest 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.
AZ178020:301h15Palermo Airport21:45Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£441One-way0 changes
FR 394716:551h15Palermo Airport18:10Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£491One-way0 changes- FR 584117:151h15Palermo Airport18:30Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£521One-way0 changes
- FR 490512:001h15Palermo Airport13:15Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£571One-way0 changes
- FR 490718:001h15Palermo Airport19:15Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£641One-way0 changes
- AZ17786:101h10Palermo Airport7:20Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£681One-way0 changes
- AZ17747:201h10Palermo Airport8:30Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£681One-way0 changes
- AZ178210:051h10Palermo Airport11:15Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£851One-way0 changes
- AZ178412:151h10Palermo Airport13:25Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£681One-way0 changes
XZ271211:301h10Palermo Airport12:40Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport£781One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Palermo to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 27m. 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 ferry costs an average of £45, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 427 km
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Live departures
Palermo to Rome flight times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Rome flights for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| AZ1774 | 7:20 Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 8:30 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| AZ1782 | 10:05 Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 11:15 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| XZ2712 | 11:30 Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 12:40 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FR 3947 | 11:50 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 13:05 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| AZ1784 | 12:15 Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 13:25 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| AZ1792 | 15:10 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 16:25 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FR 4903 | 16:00 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 17:15 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| AZ1788 | 16:10 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 17:25 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FR 4905 | 18:00 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 19:15 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| AZ1794 | 19:05 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 20:20 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| XZ2716 | 19:10 Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 20:20 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| AZ1780 | 20:30 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 21:45 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FR 5841 | 21:05 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 22:20 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 31 May | |||||
| AZ1778 | 6:10 Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 7:20 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| FR 4901 | 6:20 Palermo Airport | 1h15 | 7:35 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| XZ2710 | 7:10 Palermo Airport | 1h10 | 8:20 Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Palermo to Rome Flights: An Overview
In ancient times Sicily was a province of the Roman empire, a distant southern outpost remote from the imperial capital. These days, direct flights from Palermo to Rome mean that business travelers or vacationers heading to the capital from the island can make the journey in just over an hour, a fast alternative to lengthy ferry and rail trips across southern Italy. Direct flights are available seven days a week, with the national carrier and a budget airline. Departure times include morning, afternoon and evening services. Additional indirect connections are also available with one change en route at Milan, increasing the daily options for flights from Palermo to Rome.
Which airlines fly from Palermo to Rome?
The Italian national carrier Alitalia offers daily direct flights from Palermo to Rome Fiumicino Airport. In addition, Irish budget airline Ryanair provides frequent daily direct flights on the same route. This is a short domestic flight and most indirect connections are not a practical consideration, but Meridiana and Alitalia Cityliner provide flights to the capital from Palermo with one change en route at Milan Malpensa Airport.
How long is the flight from Palermo to Rome?
The Alitalia direct flights are the fastest option for the 424 kilometer trip north over the Tyrrhenian Sea from Palermo to Rome, taking one hour and 10 minutes to complete the journey from Sicily. Ryanair direct flights take five minutes longer to reach the capital. The fastest indirect connection is a mid morning Meridiana departure from Palermo via Milan Malpensa, taking four hours and five minutes total journey time to Rome. Other indirect services via Milan with Alitalia and Meridiana take 35-50 minutes longer.
How many flights are there from Palermo to Rome?
The Ryanair budget airline timetable offers five daily direct flights from Palermo to Rome seven days a week, with two morning, two afternoon and one evening departure. The Alitalia schedule ranges from two direct flights on Tuesdays to seven direct services on Saturdays, with morning, afternoon and evening take off times available on most days. Indirect connections via Milan, with Alitalia and Meridiana, operate five times daily, with three morning departures from Palermo and two afternoon connections.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Palermo to Rome?
Departure Airport: Palermo airport is located 35 kilometers west of the city center, with public transport connections available on regular Prestia e Comande bus services taking 55 minutes to reach the terminal from downtown. Facilities at the airport include long and short stay parking lots, a self-service restaurant, bars, coffee shops, a duty free shopping mall, news vendors, ATMs, business lounge and free WiFi.
Arrival Airport: Rome Fiumicino Airport is situated 26 kilometers south west of Rome city center with fast rail connections to the city available on metropolitan local trains or the Leonardo Express services, taking 30-40 minutes to reach Termini station. Facilities at the terminal include car rental desks, pizzerias and international restaurants, designer brand fashion boutiques, Italian specialty food and wine stores, coffee bars, ATMs, news vendors, business lounges, free WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Palermo to Rome flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Rome
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- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the departures area, including duty-free and local products.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- No
- Lounge available in the departures area.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: Prestia e Comandè
- Train: Trinacria Express
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited duration.
- Shops are located in all terminals, featuring brands like Gucci and Duty-Free stores.
- Parking available with options including short-term and long-term parking, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Plaza Premium Lounge, with amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in Terminal 3, with a dedicated office for inquiries.
- Bus: Terravision, SIT Bus Shuttle
- Train: Leonardo Express, FL1
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