Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Rome: what you need to know
Gold Coast Airport is located in Gold Coast. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is 9 hours behind Gold Coast.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from OOL to Rome. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a flight from OOL to Rome, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Perth Airport (PER) is one option.
You don't need a visa for Italy if you have a passport from Australia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Rome, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
The journey from central Gold Coast to OOL takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel close to OOL? If you've booked an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rome, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Gold Coast Airport to Rome is Rs108,901. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs383,441. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from OOL to Rome. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Rome is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 51 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rome. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rome has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 39 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near CIA. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from OOL to Rome at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rome. August is the busiest month to travel to Rome. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rome, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from OOL to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
After locking in your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Rome, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Rome itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Roman Forum.
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