How long is the BT5497 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 8 min. Rome to Palermo is 410 km (255 mi).

Which terminal does BT5497 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does BT5497 have?

Also listed as BTI5497 (airBaltic's ICAO code) and BT 5497.

Can I get compensation if BT5497 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

BT5497 Flight Status airBaltic: Rome to Palermo (BTI5497)

airBaltic BT 5497

Landed 15' Late

FCO Rome

Scheduled: 13:15
Actual: 13:57

Terminal: 1 | Gate: A68

Departure: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time CET

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

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PMO Palermo

Scheduled: 14:25
Actual: 14:40
Delay: 15'

Arrival: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time CET

Palermo Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)

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Landed 21h 50m ago 100%

FCO 13:57 PMO 14:40

410 km (255 mi) flown

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 410 km / 255 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:10 · Actual Duration: 00:43

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BT 5497 Flight Status & Schedule airBaltic Rome to Palermo

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 08	FCO	PMO	13:57	14:40	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 07	FCO	PMO	13:51	14:33	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	FCO	PMO	13:33	14:17	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	FCO	PMO	13:43	14:28	Landed	Track >

airBaltic's Rome–Palermo flight covers 410 km (255 mi) and runs twice a week: Saturday and Sunday. The timetable allows 1 h 8 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. Yesterday it left 42 minutes late and landed at 14:40, 15 minutes late.

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About BT 5497

Route: Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport FCO to Palermo Falcone-Borsellino Airport PMO
Distance: 410 km (255 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 1 h 8 min
Flies: Sat, Sun
Usually departs from: Terminal 1

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Yesterday's 15-minute delay is well below the 3-hour threshold for compensation.

BT 5497 FAQ

How long is the BT5497 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 8 min. Rome to Palermo is 410 km (255 mi).
Which days does BT5497 fly?: Twice a week: Saturday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BT5497 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BT5497 have?: Also listed as BTI5497 (airBaltic's ICAO code) and BT 5497.
Can I get compensation if BT5497 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

BT5497 and Rome FCO to Palermo PMO Flights

Flight BT5497 is a code-share airBaltic flight of the ITA Airways operated AZ1781.

Other flights departing from Rome FCO: AZ344, AZ1157, BA551, AC893

Other flights arriving at Palermo PMO: FR4924, AZ1781, FR5840

All flights connecting Rome FCO to Palermo PMO.