How to get to Rome from Cagliari

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Compare flight and ferry for Cagliari to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cagliari to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £127.

Distance: 411 km

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13h 9m

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Compare ways to travel from Cagliari to Rome

Compare the available ways to get from Cagliari to Rome, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Cagliari to Rome is a ferry with an average price of £40.

This is compared to other travel options from Cagliari to Rome:

A ferry is £88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cagliari to Rome costing on average £127.

The fastest way to travel from Cagliari to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 43m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Ferry takes on average 13h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cagliari and Rome including taking a flight and ferry.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 11h 25m sooner (1h 43m by flight vs 13h 8m by car). Tickets start at around £127 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Cagliari to Rome

How to get to Rome from Cagliari by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

ferry

The best way to travel from Cagliari to Rome is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • GrimaldiGLF6
    2:009h00
    Port of Arbatax
    11:00Port of Civitavecchia
    £351One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • GrimaldiGLF6
    2:009h00
    Port of Arbatax
    11:00Port of Civitavecchia
    £351One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 4323
    20:251h05
    Cagliari Airport
    21:30Rome Ciampino Airport
    £391One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • AeroitaliaXZ2348
    21:401h10
    Cagliari Airport
    22:50Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £361One-way
    0 changes
  • Malta AirFR 4612
    12:301h05
    Cagliari Airport
    13:35Rome Ciampino Airport
    £611One-way
    0 changes
  • AeroitaliaXZ2346
    19:401h10
    Cagliari Airport
    20:50Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £631One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Cagliari to Rome

Travel to Rome easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cagliari to Rome.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cagliari and Rome including taking a flight and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Cagliari to Rome is a ferry with an average price of £40.

This is compared to other travel options from Cagliari to Rome:

A ferry is £88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cagliari to Rome costing on average £127.

The fastest way to travel from Cagliari to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 43m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Ferry takes on average 13h 9m.

The Cagliari to Rome distance is approximately 411 km.
The average frequency per day from Cagliari to Rome is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cagliari and Rome as scheduled services by flight and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cagliari to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Cagliari Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Cagliari and arrive in Port of Civitavecchia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cagliari to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Grimaldi to go to Rome by ferry.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Aeroitalia, ITA, Ryanair, BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa, Croatia Airlines, Hello Jets, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Edelweiss Air to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Cagliari to Rome with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct ferries per day with Grimaldi.
  • 10 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Aeroitalia, Ryanair, Hello Jets.
Omio customers who travel from Cagliari to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Cagliari to Rome, you can choose from several travel options including flight and ferry.
In Rome, you can explore Trastevere, a charming neighbourhood with narrow streets and vibrant nightlife, and take a stroll through Villa Borghese, a beautiful park with museums and gardens. Enjoy a gelato at Piazza Navona, a lively square with fountains and street artists. Visit the Spanish Steps for people-watching and a great view, and discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours. Must-see sights include the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Roman Forum, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain.
Three to four days in Rome allows you to experience its key attractions, including the Colosseum, Vatican City, and the Pantheon, while enjoying the city's vibrant culture and cuisine.

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