Direct (nonstop) flights from Rome to Palermo

4 airlines fly nonstop from Fiumicino (FCO) to Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO). It's 253 miles (407 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by ITA Airways, Ryanair, FlexFlight and others.

FCO
Fiumicino
🇮🇹 Rome, Italy
PMO
Falcone Borsellino Airport
🇮🇹 Palermo, Italy
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
253 mi
407 km
CO₂/pax
47 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
ITA Airways +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by ITA Airways ITA Airways Ryanair Ryanair FlexFlight FlexFlight AeroItalia AeroItalia

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

ITA Airways AZ ITA Airways
Route
FCO → PMO
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
253 mi
Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
FCO → PMO
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
253 mi
FlexFlight W2 FlexFlight
Route
FCO → PMO
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
253 mi
AeroItalia XZ AeroItalia
Route
FCO → PMO
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
253 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Rome to Palermo with one stop · direct emits 47 kg CO₂ per passenger

FCO NAP (Naples) PMO
Leg 1: 55m (123 mi) Leg 2: 1h (196 mi) Total: ~1h 55m 🍃 84 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → NAP
55m · 123 mi
View FCO to NAP flights →
Leg 2
NAP → PMO
1h · 196 mi
View NAP to PMO flights →
FCO OLB (Olbia) PMO
Leg 1: 1h (155 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (268 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 104 kg CO₂ (+121% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → OLB
1h · 155 mi
View FCO to OLB flights →
Leg 2
OLB → PMO
1h 5m · 268 mi
View OLB to PMO flights →
FCO AHO (Alghero) PMO
Leg 1: 1h (221 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (308 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → AHO
1h · 221 mi
View FCO to AHO flights →
Leg 2
AHO → PMO
1h 10m · 308 mi
View AHO to PMO flights →
FCO BRI (Bari) PMO
Leg 1: 1h 5m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (281 mi) Total: ~2h 13m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+157% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → BRI
1h 5m · 239 mi
View FCO to BRI flights →
Leg 2
BRI → PMO
1h 8m · 281 mi
View BRI to PMO flights →
FCO CAG (Cagliari) PMO
Leg 1: 1h 10m (242 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (231 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+140% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FCO → CAG
1h 10m · 242 mi
View FCO to CAG flights →
Leg 2
CAG → PMO
1h 5m · 231 mi
View CAG to PMO flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Rome to Palermo?

A nonstop flight from Rome (FCO) to Palermo (PMO) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 253 miles (407 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Rome to Palermo?

4 airlines: ITA Airways, Ryanair, FlexFlight, AeroItalia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Rome to Palermo?

Yes. 4 airlines: ITA Airways, Ryanair, FlexFlight, AeroItalia.

How far is Rome from Palermo?

The flight distance from Rome to Palermo is 253 miles (407 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Rome to Palermo?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Rome to Palermo?

Roughly 47 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 235 km.

Is the return flight from Palermo to Rome also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rome to Palermo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Fiumicino for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.