Rome to Taranto flights
Taranto lies 427 km (265 mi) east of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 18 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Rome | Taranto | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 2.3 million | 198,585 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
| Nearest large airport | CIA, 12 km out | BDS, 63 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Rome
Rome is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,226 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO, 24 km).
Arriving in Taranto
Taranto is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Brindisi Airport (BDS), 63 km (39 mi) from the centre, whose 10,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI, 85 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brindisi Airport | BDS | 63 km (39 mi) | 10,000 ft | 47 ft |
| Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport | BRI | 85 km (53 mi) | 9,843 ft | 193 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Taranto from Rome?
427 km (265 mi) in a straight line, east of Rome.
How long does it take to get from Rome to Taranto by air?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Taranto?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Which airports are used for Rome to Taranto flights?
Typically Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) to Brindisi Airport (BDS); Taranto also has BRI.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.