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

Rome to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rome to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Rome to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$667
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Rome to Sydney is $667. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rome to Sydney. But we found flights with one stop from $667.
There are no flights flying from Rome to Sydney, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Sydney is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Sydney Airport on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rome and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Sydney is Sichuan Airlines.

Flying from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know

  • Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the two main airports in Rome.

  • Sydney is ten hours ahead of Rome. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney, which is in the UTC+11 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Rome to SYD.

  • During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Rome to SYD leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • FCO is about 32 kilometers from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

  • Of all flights leaving Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive on time at their destination.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • CIA is about 18 kilometers from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Rome to SYD flight? Check in to a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • 73.18% of flights leaving Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive according to schedule.

About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Central Sydney is around 18 kilometers from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.

  • When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • $444 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. A return flight starts from $667. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rome to SYD. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Rome to SYD.

  • Chase down a great fare on a flight from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). Visit Sydney in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • When booking your Rome to SYD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • July sees temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

More about Sydney

  • Start your Sydney trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are plenty of exciting things to do in Sydney when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Sydney Harbor followed by Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sydney. Around 241 kilometers away to the south-west, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Australia, head for Newcastle, about 129 kilometers north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach are key highlights.

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