Flying from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when booking your flight from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI).
The timezone in Bridgetown is UTC-4, which is 5 hours behind Rome. Grantley Adams International Airport is located in Bridgetown.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Rome to BGI.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Rome to BGI leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is approximately 32 kilometers. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and BGI are:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can reach CIA from the center of Rome in about 42 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to travel the 18 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Rome to BGI? Kick back in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BGI instead:
Getting from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to central Bridgetown
Grantley Adams International Airport to central Bridgetown takes about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometers away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport is $412. The cheapest price for a return flight is $659. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to secure cheap tickets from Rome to BGI. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a wider selection of departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Bridgetown in May when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Rome to BGI for September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bridgetown to range from 27ºC to 30ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bridgetown
After booking your flight from Rome to Grantley Adams International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bridgetown:
One of the best ways to experience Bridgetown is to visit its top sights. Some highlights include Carlisle Bay, George Washington House and Garrison Savannah - Barbados Turf Club.
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