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$315+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Rome (ROM)

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SAN — ROM
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Rome

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Rome
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/285:35 pmSAN - FCO
1 stop20h 25mLufthansa
Fri 1/167:00 amFCO - SAN
1 stop17h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$625
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Tue 12/305:35 pmSAN - FCO
1 stop15h 40mLufthansa
Tue 1/277:05 amFCO - SAN
2 stops21h 49mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$669
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:15 amSAN - FCO
1 stop19h 15mKLM
Tue 1/2712:00 pmFCO - SAN
1 stop18h 05mKLM
Deal found 12/16$707
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:35 pmSAN - FCO
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2712:20 pmFCO - SAN
1 stop36h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$709
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:10 pmSAN - FCO
2 stops54h 10mAir Canada
Sat 1/109:35 amFCO - SAN
2 stops35h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$802
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Tue 12/2310:45 pmSAN - FCO
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/281:10 pmFCO - SAN
1 stop19h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$859
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:10 pmSAN - FCO
1 stop23h 55mKLM
Wed 1/2112:00 pmFCO - SAN
1 stop18h 05mKLM
Deal found 12/17$896

Find flight deals from San Diego to Rome

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Rome (ROM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$502
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$315
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$771
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Rome (ROM) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Rome (ROM) flights.
From San Diego to Rome (ROM)
One-way flight from San Diego to Rome (ROM)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($239 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Rome that are best for you.

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Price

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Thu 2/5

6:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop19h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 2/19

12:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 05m

$507

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Wed 1/14

5:35 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 1/18

12:45 pm-11:53 am

1 stop32h 08m

$507

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Thu 1/22

8:05 am-10:30 am

1 stop17h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 1/27

12:00 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$507

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Wed 3/4

5:35 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 3/20

7:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$509

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Wed 3/18

6:35 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 4/1

8:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$585

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Tue 1/13

6:15 am-12:40 pm

3 stops21h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 1/20

12:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$627

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Thu 1/8

11:10 am-12:25 pm

2 stops16h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 1/17

7:05 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$662

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Thu 2/12

9:25 am-9:00 am

1 stop14h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 2/17

1:10 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop17h 48m

$707

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Sat 3/21

3:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 3/28

6:10 am-1:05 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$711

San DiegoRome

SAN - FCO

SANFCO

San Diego

Wed 3/4

6:30 am-8:55 am

3 stops41h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 3/20

7:05 am-11:40 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$718

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Rome

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Rome in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Rome flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Rome flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Rome flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Rome flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Rome flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Rome

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Rome from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Rome

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Rome?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Rome. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Rome is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Rome?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rome (average of $480). Flying from San Diego to Rome in June is currently the most expensive (average of $598). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to ROM?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Rome. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Rome is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 6% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Rome?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Rome. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Rome flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to Rome?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to Rome chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to Rome on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to Rome?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to Rome, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Munich (MUC) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $755.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Rome?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Rome, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to Rome?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Rome, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 30m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rome

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rome. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rome. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Air Canada from San Diego to Rome to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Rome. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Rome?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Rome from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Rome should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Rome from 9 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Rome?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to Rome in 15h 40m. Fly via KLM, United Airlines, or Lufthansa to get the fastest option. San Diego and Rome are separated by a distance of 6365 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Rome round-trip?

    Flying on Iberia is currently your cheapest option to Rome, with prices starting at $500. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $505 and $528, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Rome for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Rome one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $364 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $431 and Delta from $492 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Rome?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of $30 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Rome flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Rome that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Rome flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Rome?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Rome.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Rome?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Rome by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Rome?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Rome (average of $480). Flying from San Diego to Rome in June is currently the most expensive (average of $598). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from San Diego to Rome

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Rome. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$500Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$505Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$528Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$560Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$562Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$564Average$951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$605Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$641Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$789Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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