Flying from Rome to Dubai: what you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Dubai leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's chief entry points.
Jump on a direct Rome to Dubai flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.
Dubai is three hours ahead of Rome and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 26 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Rome to Dubai is with Emirates at 22:10. Choose the first FCO to DXB departure with ITA Airways at 10:40 to make the most of your first day in Dubai.
To ensure you catch your Rome to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Dubai
To pick up cheap Rome to Dubai flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can catch a direct flight from Rome to Dubai taking off from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Begin your trip at FCO and end it at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a well-known carrier that offers direct Rome to Dubai plane tickets from FCO.
We make it a cinch to book a Rome to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Athens International Airport (ATH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometers in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel near Rome Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
78% of flights leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Break up your Rome to Dubai flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Rome Ciampino Airport and Dubai include:
Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
Budapest Airport (BUD)
Prague Airport (PRG)
CIA is about 14 kilometers from central Rome. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Rome to Dubai? Unwind in a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your vacation officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Flights from Rome Ciampino Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 86% of them touching down as expected.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 5 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rome to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance of your Rome to Dubai flight.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Rome to Dubai has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city center in around 40 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 48 kilometers from Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Rome to Dubai, settle in at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Quicklease Car Rental, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Rental make collecting a Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Score the best price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Rome to Dubai. December is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your Rome to Dubai tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Dubai, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk are popular attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 26 kilometers east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Sharjah Archaeology Museum, Cultural Palace and Sharjah Science Museum.
Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates and is around 129 kilometers southwest of Dubai. No trip is complete without experiencing Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Zayed The 2nd Mosque and Masjid.