Open interactive map →Cheap flights from Cologne to Rome
Cheap flights from Cologne to Rome, Italy currently start at €53. Multiple carriers serve this route at competitive fares. Both direct and connecting flights operate between Cologne and Rome. Browse the month-by-month price calendar below to find when fares are lowest, then click through to book.
Price patterns on the Cologne to Rome route tend to spike during school holidays and public holiday weekends. Booking 4-6 weeks out generally balances availability and price well on this route. If your travel dates are flexible, check the price calendar for the lowest-priced months before searching for specific flights. See all flights from Cologne to Italy→
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Cheapest month to fly
- September 2026€531 stopCheapest
Based on tracked fares, September is the cheapest month to fly this route at around €53.
Prices last updated: August 2026
Entry requirements for Italy
EU passportFree movement (EU/Schengen)
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About Rome
Rome is one of the world's most historically dense cities — the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, and Vatican City are all within 5 km of each other, making the historic centre navigable on foot in a way few other capitals are. Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel are among the most visited sites on earth; booking timed entry weeks in advance is essential during any school holiday period. Beyond the main circuit, the Trastevere neighbourhood is where local Romans eat in the evening — medieval alleyways, vine-covered facades, and restaurants where the menu is written on a blackboard rather than laminated. The Borghese Gallery holds one of Italy's finest Bernini and Caravaggio collections in a park setting, and requires advance reservation. Rome has two airports: Fiumicino (FCO), the main international hub 30 km southwest, connected by the Leonardo Express train in 32 minutes; and Ciampino (CIA), the Ryanair and easyJet airport 15 km southeast, connected by bus. Ciampino flights are often noticeably cheaper than Fiumicino on the same travel date — worth checking both. Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) give the best conditions; July-August brings intense heat and crowds that make the open-air sites genuinely exhausting.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a flight from Cologne to Rome cost?
The cheapest fare currently available from Cologne to Rome is €53. Prices on this route vary by season, day of week, and how far in advance you book. The month-by-month price calendar on this page shows exactly when fares are highest and lowest, so you can pick the most cost-effective window before searching for specific dates. Fares are refreshed regularly as our flight partners publish new availability.
Are there direct flights from Cologne to Rome?
SkyHopp tracks both direct and connecting flights from Cologne to Rome. Connecting flights are often priced lower but add travel time due to the layover. Whether a non-stop option exists on specific dates depends on airline schedules - use the "Direct only" filter on the interactive map to see non-stop options, or check the booking site for a full breakdown by stop count.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Cologne to Rome?
Prices on this route typically dip during shoulder-season months, away from school holidays and public holiday windows. Mid-week departures - particularly Tuesday to Thursday - tend to be cheaper than flights on Fridays and Sundays from Cologne. The month-by-month price calendar above is the fastest way to identify the cheapest window - look for the months with the lowest fares before committing to travel dates. Booking 3-6 weeks in advance generally offers the best balance of price and seat availability on this route.