Paris to Rome is one of Europe’s busiest short-haul city pairs, and it’s an easy, cheap flight: nonstop in a little over two hours, with a wide choice of full-service and low-cost carriers competing hard on price. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return fare looks like in euros, and when to book to land the best deal.
Route: Paris (CDG / ORY / BVA) → Rome Fiumicino (FCO) & Ciampino (CIA)
Distance: approximately 1,105 km (687 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 2h 05m – 2h 20m
Direct flights: Yes — Air France and ITA Airways fly nonstop from Charles de Gaulle, Vueling and Transavia from Orly, and Ryanair from Beauvais. It’s a very frequent route, with dozens of departures a week.
Fares from Paris to Rome (EUR)
Rome is a year-round city break, but fares track the tourist calendar: spring and autumn are the sweet spot for weather and price, while high summer, Easter and the Christmas period push fares up. The figures below are typical economy return fares in euros — the lowest come from the low-cost carriers on a quiet midweek date, the highest from last-minute full-service bookings in peak season.
| Month | Typical return (economy) | Demand |
|---|---|---|
| January | €60 – €110 | low |
| February | €60 – €115 | low-medium |
| March | €70 – €130 | medium |
| April | €90 – €160 | high (Easter) |
| May | €90 – €150 | high |
| June | €90 – €160 | high |
| July | €100 – €170 | high |
| August | €90 – €160 | medium-high |
| September | €80 – €150 | medium-high |
| October | €70 – €130 | medium |
| November | €60 – €110 | low |
| December | €80 – €150 | high (Christmas) |
Reference points from our own deal tracking: a genuinely good return lands around €45–€70, a typical fair price is roughly €90–€110, and anything under about €70 is worth booking quickly. The rock-bottom fares are low-cost, hand-luggage-only tickets — add a checked bag before you compare.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 2 hours):
- Air France — nonstop Charles de Gaulle → Fiumicino, several times daily; full-service with a checked bag on standard fares.
- ITA Airways — Italy’s flag carrier, nonstop from Charles de Gaulle to Fiumicino with good frequency.
- Vueling — nonstop from Orly to Fiumicino; low-cost, often the best headline fare.
- Transavia — low-cost nonstop from Orly, another strong value option.
- Ryanair — nonstop from Paris Beauvais to Fiumicino (and sometimes Ciampino); usually the cheapest ticket, but Beauvais is a 1h15 coach ride from central Paris.
Because several low-cost carriers overlap with the two full-service airlines, this route is almost always competitively priced. If you want a checked bag, a central Paris airport and a flexible ticket, Air France or ITA usually win on all-in value; if you’re travelling light, Vueling, Transavia or Ryanair are hard to beat.
When to book & how to save
- Book 3–8 weeks ahead for the best short-haul fares; unlike long-haul, prices here can spike sharply in the final fortnight.
- Travel midweek — Tuesday and Wednesday departures are usually the cheapest, while Friday and Sunday carry a weekend premium.
- Avoid Easter, August and Christmas week if price matters; shoulder months (March, May, September, October) offer the best weather-to-price ratio.
- Watch the airport: a Beauvais or Ciampino fare can look cheapest until you add the coach transfer — compare the true door-to-door cost.
- Check bag rules: the lowest low-cost fares include only a small cabin bag; adding hold luggage often closes the gap with Air France or ITA.
Arriving in Rome
Most flights land at Rome Fiumicino (FCO), about 32 km southwest of the city. The fastest way in is the Leonardo Express train direct to Roma Termini (about 32 minutes, around €14), or a cheaper regional train to other stops. A fixed-fare taxi to the historic centre is around €50. Ryanair and some low-cost flights use the smaller Ciampino (CIA) airport, about 15 km southeast — there’s no train, but frequent shuttle coaches reach Termini in around 40 minutes for roughly €6. Check which airport your ticket uses before booking transport.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Paris to Rome?
Nonstop flights take about 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 20 minutes. The distance is roughly 1,105 km (687 miles), so even with boarding and taxiing it’s an easy half-day trip door to door.
Are there direct flights from Paris to Rome?
Yes. Air France and ITA Airways fly nonstop from Charles de Gaulle, Vueling and Transavia from Orly, and Ryanair from Beauvais. It’s one of the most frequent routes in Europe, with dozens of nonstop departures every week.
How much does it cost to fly from Paris to Rome?
A typical economy return runs about €70–€160 depending on season and how far ahead you book. The best low-cost deals dip to around €45–€70 on a quiet midweek date, while peak-summer and Easter fares sit at the top of the range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Rome?
January, February and November are usually the cheapest, with returns from around €45–€60. Avoid Easter, July, August and the Christmas week, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from Paris to Rome?
Nonstop: Air France and ITA Airways from Charles de Gaulle, Vueling and Transavia from Orly, and Ryanair from Beauvais. The low-cost carriers usually offer the lowest headline fares, while Air France and ITA include a checked bag on standard tickets.
Which airport do I fly into in Rome?
Most flights land at Fiumicino (FCO), Rome’s main international airport, with a direct express train to the centre. Ryanair and some low-cost services use Ciampino (CIA) instead, which is served by shuttle coaches — check your ticket, as the two airports are on opposite sides of the city.
How far in advance should I book Paris to Rome flights?
Aim to book 3 to 8 weeks ahead. Short-haul fares to Rome are usually cheapest a month or two out and tend to climb in the final two weeks, especially around Easter, summer and Christmas.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Usually, yes. Tuesday and Wednesday departures are typically the cheapest, while Friday and Sunday carry a weekend premium. Flying out and back midweek can save €20–€50 on a return.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — always check the live fare before booking.
