Flying from Rome to Bern Airport (BRN): What you need to know
Rome is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Bern Airport (BRN) flying out of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Bern's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome. Bern Airport is located in Bern.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Rome to BRN.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive 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 offer the opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Rome to BRN, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is one option when you're setting off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Traveling from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Bern Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Of all flights leaving Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your Rome to BRN flight:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance of 73.18%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Bern Airport (BRN)
Have a late flight from Rome to Bern Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near BRN and turn out the lights sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bern Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Hertz or Europcar to explore Bern and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Rome to Bern Airport flight.
Getting from Bern Airport (BRN) to central Bern
Bern Airport to central Bern is roughly 5 kilometers. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Bern Airport (BRN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Bern Airport is AED 1,556. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 2,779. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Rome to BRN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Rome to Bern Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Bern Airport (BRN)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Rome to Bern Airport (BRN). September is when most people visit Bern. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in April.
The warmest month in Bern is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Lock in your Rome to BRN flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Bern Airport in January when temperatures are between -9ºC (16ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Bern
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Bern Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bern:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Bern.
Explore more of Switzerland
You've visited Bern, now it's time to explore other corners of Switzerland. Travel around 113 kilometers north-east to Winterthur to check off its top attractions. From Winterthur to Swiss Cience Center Technorama and Kunst Museum Winterthur | Reinhart am Stadtgarten, your itinerary will be busy.
Lugano is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 153 kilometers south-east of Bern. No trip is complete without dropping by Lungolago di Lugano, Aussichtspunkt San Salvatore and Old Town Lugano.
