Traveling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Rome: what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is six hours ahead of Buffalo, where Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BUF to Rome flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from BUF to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 8 miles from the center of Buffalo, BUF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Traveling on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near BUF? If you're catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
74% of flights departing from Buffalo Niagara International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Rome
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome flight is $343. The cheapest price for a return flight is $677. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BUF to Rome. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome ticket.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 20 miles. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BUF to Rome.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is around 9 miles from central Rome. After your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near CIA. Unwind and get cozy after your BUF to Rome flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at CIA will save you money.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Lock in a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 68ºF to 91ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 36ºF and 57ºF. Look for a cheap ticket from BUF to Rome around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rome right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Rome:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are popular attractions which should feature on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. About 300 miles northwest of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Around 120 miles southeast of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.
