transatlantic · 10h 10m · 8,345 km

Miami to Rome

2 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked

In business class, ITA's Business (A330-900) leads the field with a 6.9/10.In premium economy, ITA's Premium Economy (A330-900) leads the field with a 5.6/10.

How we score → Last updated June 2026

Quick pick

Best business class:strong pick

Fly ITA. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best premium economy:strong pick

Fly ITA. It has 2 more inches of legroom and a bigger screen (15.6" vs 12").

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best economy:strong pick

Fly ITA. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If prices are similar, go with this one.

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BusinessITA · Airbus A330-900 · 2023 cabinBest on route
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 44" pitch · Paid Wi-FiAvg. reliability
Full power outlets + Longer bed
6.9
Good
Seat 6.7·Amenity 7.3
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Flagship BusinessAmerican · Boeing 777-200ER · 2015 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 75" pitch · Paid Wi-FiAvg. reliabilityPoints: Citi TYP
Wider seat
5.9
Average
Seat 5.9·Amenity 6.0
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Flagship BusinessAmerican · Boeing 777-200ER · 2015 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 75" pitch · Paid Wi-FiAvg. reliabilityPoints: Citi TYP
Wider seat
5.9
Average
Seat 5.9·Amenity 6.0

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Data verified June 2026

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  • In business class, ITA's Business (A330-900) leads the field with a 6.9/10.
  • In premium economy, ITA's Premium Economy (A330-900) leads the field with a 5.6/10.
  • In economy, ITA's Economy (A330-900) leads the field with a 4.2/10.

Frequently asked

Which is better in business: American or ITA on MIA-FCO?

Business (ITA Airways, A330-900) beats Flagship Business (American Airlines, 777-200ER) in business, scoring 6.9/10 vs 5.9. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power. American Airlines fights back on seat width.

Which is better in premium economy: American or ITA on MIA-FCO?

Premium Economy (ITA Airways, A330-900) beats Premium Economy (American Airlines, 777-200ER) in premium economy, scoring 5.6/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power. American Airlines fights back on extras.

Which is better in economy: American or ITA on MIA-FCO?

Economy (ITA Airways, A330-900) edges out Economy (American Airlines, 777-200ER) in economy, scoring 4.2/10 vs 3.6. The deciding factor: complimentary meals vs buy on board.

What are the best seats in American Flagship Business on MIA-FCO?

Best: True window seats in odd rows for best privacy. Avoid: Even-row window seats face the aisle. Concept D herringbone — direct aisle access but no door. Pre-retrofit; Flagship Suite upgrade scheduled 2027+. 18-inch IFE is larger than 787 variant.

What are the best seats in American Premium Economy on MIA-FCO?

Best: Window pairs for 2-across privacy. Avoid: Inner center seats. 2-4-2 layout. 12-inch IFE. Enhanced meals with alcohol.

What are the best seats in American Economy on MIA-FCO?

Best: Main Cabin Extra rows for extra pitch. Avoid: Last rows near lavatories. 3-4-3 economy. 10.6-inch IFE. Main Cabin Extra available for additional legroom.

What are the best seats in ITA Business on MIA-FCO?

Best: Odd-numbered window seats are closer to the window with more privacy. Center pairs work well for couples. Avoid: Even-numbered window seats are closer to the aisle. Last row of business may get galley noise. 30 staggered 1-2-1 seats with direct aisle access. 17.3-inch 4K Safran RAVE IFE. QC Terme spa amenity kit. Full Italian multi-course meal service. WiFi is Ku-band — slow in practice (~0.2 Mbps per reviews).

What are the best seats in ITA Premium Economy on MIA-FCO?

Best: Window pairs are best for couples. Front row offers bulkhead legroom. Avoid: Center block middle seat has the least space and no aisle access. 24 Safran Z535i fixed-shell recliners. 15.6-inch IFE. Full meals on real dishes with silverware. USB-A, USB-C, and AC outlet at every seat.

What are the best seats in ITA Economy on MIA-FCO?

Best: Comfort Economy rows (forward section) offer 34-inch pitch for a small upcharge. Window pairs avoid the center block. Avoid: Center block middle seats (D or E) in 4-abreast section. Last rows near lavatories. 237 seats in 8-abreast (2-4-2) — wider per seat than 777 10-abreast. 13.3-inch 4K IFE. About 36 Comfort Economy seats in forward rows offer 34-inch pitch. USB-A and USB-C at every seat.