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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $70. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Rome

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Rome flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Edinburgh to Rome? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Edinburgh to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$68
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Rome: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Rome: Rome Ciampino and Rome Fiumicino.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Rome is $68. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Rome.
Ryanair, Malta Air and Jet2 fly direct from Edinburgh to Rome.
There are 14 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Rome, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Rome is usually May.
If you're flying from Edinburgh Airport, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Ciampino – which is 13.0 km away from the center of Rome. We've found flights to this airport from $68.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Rome on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 7 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. August is typically the warmest month in Rome, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rome.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rome: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is one hour ahead of Edinburgh.

  • With seven flights a week between the two airports, Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is the most popular route. Board Ryanair's 06:00 flight to get your journey from EDI to CIA underway.

  • To avoid rushing for your EDI to Rome flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Edinburgh Airport to Rome ticket. Start your journey at EDI and land at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

  • Keep your eyes peeled for offers from Ryanair. This airline has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rome.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from EDI to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • London Stansted Airport (STN)

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

  • The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near EDI:

  • Of all flights leaving Edinburgh Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Rome

  • $33 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Rome flight. A return plane ticket starts at $68. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book 11 months before your departure date. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from EDI to Rome.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Edinburgh Airport to Rome tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to Rome by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Rome

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometers from the center of Rome. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before your flight from EDI to Rome.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

  • After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city center in around 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometers from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).

  • You can expect the trip to take about 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your EDI to Rome flight:

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from CIA one week in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Rome

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Rome, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Rome based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • When booking your Edinburgh Airport to Rome plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from EDI to Rome in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

More about Rome

  • Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are top sights which should be on every Rome itinerary.

Explore more of Italy

  • Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Rome. Around 483 kilometers away to the northwest, its best attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.

  • Naples is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometers southeast of Rome. No journey is complete without experiencing Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.

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