Rome to San Diego (FCO–SAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rome to San Diego
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-9h behind 26 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FCO and SAN, connecting options are available through 26 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCO to SAN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
26
Hubs
~15h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,112
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-9h
San Diego is 9 hours behind Rome.
FCO: CEST · SAN: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 9:00 AM in San Diego.
Visa & Entry

Italian passport holders enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for stays up to 90 days. An approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is required before boarding and costs USD 21. ESTA approval is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. Stays cannot be extended beyond 90 days under the VWP. The passport must be machine-readable and include an electronic chip.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to FCO

Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.

Facts

FCO–SAN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rome to San Diego route.
Route details
Time difference-9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: FCO
Full nameRome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport
IATA / ICAOFCO / LIRF
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr49.2M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: SAN
Full nameSan Diego International Airport
IATA / ICAOSAN / KSAN
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr25.6M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCO to SAN flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CDG, DUB, YUL, LAX, IAH, IAD, DTW, ORD, ATL, MUC, MSP, JFK, SEA, DEN, BOS, SFO, PHL, AMS, YYC, DFW, MIA, EWR, HND, LHR, CLT and YYZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
San Diego is 9 hours behind Rome.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via CDG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.