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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Rome:

• Earliest: departs at 3:05 pm and lands at 3:12 am
• Latest: departs at 4:50 pm and lands at 4:57 am.

The flight takes about 12h 07m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Rome:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Rome takes 12h 07m, covering 6,246 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Rome range from $755 to $1,206, with an average of $955 over the past 12 months. Anything below $755 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $955 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $691 round-trip via Paris Orly (ORY), compared to $1,095 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Rome are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $417, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

Since Rome is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) — daily rates from around $1:

• Record go
• Target Italy
• Rent Smart 24
• Galdierirent
• Europcar

Near Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) — daily rates from around $5:

• Rent Smart 24
• DRIVALIA
• Centauro
• Ecovia
• Budget

Flights from San Francisco to Rome usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and may arrive at several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Rome route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 24m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Rome most commonly connect through:

• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from San Francisco to Rome. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $828 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,044, a difference of $216.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Rome. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• ITA Airways
• United Airlines

Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 24m, compared with 15h 10m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 15h 36m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

Rome is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Rome are Piazza Navona, Colosseum and Fontana di Trevi. These are among the most viewed places in Rome on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Rome flights:

• ITA Airways: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• ITA Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you arrive late at Leonardo Da Vinci International Airport and you need to stay overnight, Hilton Rome Airport hotel is about 5min walking distance away from Terminals 1, 2, and 3. You can also stay at the HelloSky facility that's directly in front of Terminal 1 and Terminal 3.

Some of the airlines flying from San Francisco Airport to Leonardo da Vinci Airport include Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, British Airways, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, KLM, and Turkish Airlines. These airlines offer flights with one or more layovers in various cities but no nonstop flights.

Leonardo da Vinci Airport has a dedicated airport train known as the Leonardo Express. It runs about every 30min and goes non-stop to Termini Station in Rome’s city center in about half an hour. The airport train station is connected to the passenger terminals by a walkway.

If you're waiting for someone to pick you up at the Leonardo da Vinci Airport, there are several lounges where you can relax as you wait. These include the Emirates Lounge, British Airways Lounge, Prima Vista Lounge, and Star Alliance Lounge. You'll also find the HelloSky, Casa Alitalia, and Plaza Premium Lounges that offer several incredible complimentary amenities, including premium food, beer & wine, showers, and much more.

If you want to catch some zzz’s after being cooped up in an airplane seat for hours, consider booking a room at Residenza d’Epoca Pietra Ponente. Enjoy complimentary airport transportation, a free breakfast, and kids’ amenities at this facility. You may also choose to unwind at Hotel Villa Giulia which easily links you to the airport via shuttle services on request and trains. The facility offers bowling, horse riding, and an off-site tennis court at a fee.

FCO is a traveler’s paradise for those tagging along with their tots. In addition to nurseries close to Gates E11, E44, and A01 equipped with changing tables and cots for toddlers, the Arrivals Area of Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 hosts areas with kids’ games. You may also check out art installations and murals at the airport with your kids at the external wall of Terminal 1. Those who have checked in at Hilton Hotel Rome Airport at FCO may spot planes landing and take-off on the third to the fifth floor of the hotel.

Rome Ciampino Airport has gone a long way to avail resources for passengers with reduced mobility. There are wheelchair-accessible facilities and lifts as well as designated parking spaces in front of the terminals free of charge. CIA’s restrooms are also wheelchair-accessible. You can arrange special assistance and wheelchairs with your airline as you make flight reservations.

You and your four-legged companion are welcome at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). However, note that some restrictions and rules apply. Your pet should be kenneled while at the airport premises unless when going for potty breaks or through security screenings. Pet relief areas can be found close to Gate F11 and Courtyard 4 of Terminal 3 and close to Gate C5-C7 of Terminal 1C.