Statistics on Sydney-Rome flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Rome (from: Sydney)
The average price to go to Rome from Sydney airport is $ 1194 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 966 (in november) and $ 1389 (in december), which is a saving of $ 228 or a surplus of $ 196 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $976 to $1030 and it is generally more economical to leave on a monday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Rome before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Sydney-Rome plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 64145 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Rome from Sydney and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in november, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 966, saving $ 228 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1194). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 1389).
Flight Sydney-Rome: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1151 | $ 1371 | high price |
| February | $ 892 | $ 1072 | fair price |
| March | $ 820 | $ 1025 | good price |
| April | $ 987 | $ 1220 | fair price |
| May | $ 885 | $ 1118 | fair price |
| June | $ 993 | $ 1201 | fair price |
| July | $ 1137 | $ 1337 | high price |
| August | $ 993 | $ 1167 | fair price |
| September | $ 1053 | $ 1279 | fair price |
| October | $ 982 | $ 1171 | fair price |
| November | $ 769 | $ 966 the cheapest | very good price |
| December | $ 1155 | $ 1389 the most expensive | very high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Sydney to Rome
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Sydney to Rome range from $650 to $1572. 2% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $651 to $705), 1% at the maximum price (from $1518 to $1572). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $976 to $1030 (10% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Sydney->Rome flight
There are 18 companies that serve Sydney from Rome airport: China Southern, China Eastern, Asiana Airlines, Air China, Scoot, China Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Sichuan Airlines, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Airasia X, Emirates, Japan Airlines, Air Canada, Qantas and Singapore Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 64145 flights analyzed in previous years, China Southern was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (16% of the time) on the Sydney->Rome route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Sydney-Rome flights departing on a monday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a monday as your departure date, you can save an average of $29. On the other hand, departing on a saturday may cost you an additional $38.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Rome to Sydney departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $57. Conversely, departing from Rome on a friday may cost you an additional $37.
Top prices Sydney-Rome
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney → Rome | 06-05 to 29-05-2025 | $ 690 | layover flight with Sichuan Airlines |
| Sydney → Rome | 13-05 to 29-05-2025 | $ 680 | layover flight with Sichuan Airlines |
| Sydney → Rome | 14-05 to 19-05-2025 | $ 793 | layover flight with China Eastern |
| Sydney → Rome | 15-05 to 24-05-2025 | $ 797 | layover flight with China Eastern |
| Sydney → Rome | 18-05 to 24-05-2025 | $ 754 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Sydney → Rome | 05-06 to 27-06-2025 | $ 675 | layover flight with Sichuan Airlines |
| Sydney → Rome | 10-06 to 20-06-2025 | $ 701 | layover flight with Sichuan Airlines |
| Sydney → Rome | 17-06 to 27-06-2025 | $ 797 | layover flight with Air China |
| Sydney → Rome | 06-10 to 21-10-2025 | $ 730 | layover flight with Scoot |
| Sydney → Rome | 09-11 to 20-11-2025 | $ 717 | layover flight with Scoot |
When to book your flight Sydney - Rome to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 3 to 4 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Sydney-Rome flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a wednesday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Rome, it is recommended to buy it 3 to 4 months before departure (it is then on average 1081 $, which is a saving of 113 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (458 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Sydney to Rome flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1240 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1329), 3 to 4 months ($ 1300), 4 to 5 months ($ 1310), 6 to 7 months ($ 1337), 7 to 8 months ($ 1318), 9 to 10 months ($ 1258) |
| February | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 994 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1007), 4 to 5 months ($ 1048), 5 to 6 months ($ 1016), 6 to 7 months ($ 1066), 9 to 10 months ($ 1055) |
| March | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 867 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1001), 1 to 2 months ($ 883), 2 to 3 months ($ 871), 5 to 6 months ($ 1001) |
| April | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1005 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1103), 1 to 2 months ($ 1155), 2 to 3 months ($ 1061), 4 to 5 months ($ 1048), 6 to 7 months ($ 1158) |
| May | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 976 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1113), 2 to 3 months ($ 1020), 3 to 4 months ($ 990), 4 to 5 months ($ 983), 5 to 6 months ($ 985), 6 to 7 months ($ 1084), 7 to 8 months ($ 1099) |
| June | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1011 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1103), 1 to 2 months ($ 1012), 2 to 3 months ($ 1035), 4 to 5 months ($ 1105), 5 to 6 months ($ 1141) |
| July | Best time: 0 to 1 month before departure (average price: 1177 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1218), 2 to 3 months ($ 1307), 3 to 4 months ($ 1337), 4 to 5 months ($ 1272), 5 to 6 months ($ 1296), 6 to 7 months ($ 1311), 9 to 10 months ($ 1324) |
| August | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1016 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1022), 2 to 3 months ($ 1097), 3 to 4 months ($ 1087), 4 to 5 months ($ 1068), 5 to 6 months ($ 1132), 6 to 7 months ($ 1137), 7 to 8 months ($ 1145) |
| September | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1066 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1155), 3 to 4 months ($ 1265), 5 to 6 months ($ 1231), 6 to 7 months ($ 1166), 7 to 8 months ($ 1194), 8 to 9 months ($ 1199), 9 to 10 months ($ 1273) |
| October | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1013 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1124), 2 to 3 months ($ 1013), 3 to 4 months ($ 1064), 4 to 5 months ($ 1148), 5 to 6 months ($ 1067) |
| November | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 782 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 889), 2 to 3 months ($ 806), 3 to 4 months ($ 788), 4 to 5 months ($ 795), 6 to 7 months ($ 880) |
| December | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1179 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1381), 2 to 3 months ($ 1355), 3 to 4 months ($ 1285), 4 to 5 months ($ 1209), 6 to 7 months ($ 1288), 7 to 8 months ($ 1264), 8 to 9 months ($ 1331), 9 to 10 months ($ 1365) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, wednesday is the day when plane tickets for Sydney->Rome are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a wednesday, you will save $32. Conversely, by buying it on a thursday, you may end up paying $33 more.
Sydney to Rome: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | $ 1604 $923 to $5328 | very high price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1274 $673 to $5637 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 913 $675 to $1824 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1108 $884 to $1245 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 999 $804 to $1112 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1059 $815 to $1555 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 979 $730 to $1241 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2025 | $ 992 $717 to $3364 | high price | Find a flight |
| December 2025 | $ 1508 $976 to $5354 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2026 | $ 1420 $1003 to $5804 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2026 | $ 1186 $916 to $3391 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2026 | $ 2329 $926 to $7026 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, june, july, august, september and october are cheaper to travel to Rome. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!