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

• Earliest: departs at 05:45 and lands at 08:11
• Latest: departs at 21:55 and lands at 00:21.

The flight takes about 2h 26m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Madrid to Rome.

A direct flight from Madrid to Rome takes 2h 26m, covering 2,173 km.

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.

Return flights from Madrid to Rome range from $169 to $304, with an average of $228 over the past 12 months. Anything below $169 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $228 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $182 return via Oviedo Asturias (OVD), compared with $229 for direct.

Iberia is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while ITA Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Madrid to Rome flights are:

• Iberia: 91% on time
• ITA Airways: 88% on time
• Ryanair: 82% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $19–$142 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Madrid to Rome flights, with 48% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 26%, Evening flights for 21%, and Night flights for 5%.

One-way fares from Madrid to Rome are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $53, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

Since Rome is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) – daily rates from around $2:

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

Near Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) – daily rates from around $7:

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

Flights from Madrid to Rome usually depart from Madrid Barajas (MAD) and may arrive at several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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 Madrid to Rome route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

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

• London Stansted (STN) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Tirana Rinas (TIA) – 11% of one-stop connections
• Luqa Malta Intl (MLA) – 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Madrid to Rome. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $205 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $246, a difference of $41.

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

5 airlines operate flights between Madrid and Rome. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Iberia
• Ryanair
• ITA Airways
• Air Europa
• Wizz Air

Flying via Marseille (MRS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 47m, compared to 7h 07m via Václav Havel Prague (PRG) and 7h 08m via Cagliari Elmas (CAG).

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

Among airlines operating Madrid to Rome flights:

• Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection
• Iberia: offers free seat selection
• Air Europa: 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:

• Wizz Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Vueling offers services for young passengers, including a special meal and various activities. Accompanying adults are reminded to carry the child's own toys, books, tablet or portable gaming device in hand luggage.

Airlines serving the Madrid-to-Rome route offer accessibility services such as special seating, wheelchair stowage, Braille instructions and booklets and movable aisle chairs for travelers with limited mobility. Wheelchair assistance can be requested. Customized meals are available on Economy flights lasting more than 4.5 hours or Business flights lasting more than 90 minutes. Vueling also provides real-time flight-status information and sends email updates about changes, delays or cancellations.