Flying from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Rome: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Santorini International Airport to Rome and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Rome is one hour behind Santorini (Thira), where Santorini International Airport is located. Rome observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route, with four flights a week to choose from. You can travel from JTR to FCO at 09:40 with Ryanair.
For a relaxed start to your JTR to Rome flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Santorini International Airport to Rome tickets are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll be landing.
There's a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from Santorini International Airport to Rome, such as:
We make it easy to book flight tickets from JTR to Rome with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
JTR is around 5 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Santorini International Airport to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near JTR:
Santorini International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from JTR make it to their destination as scheduled 92.74% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to Rome
R 912 is currently the best price for a one-way Santorini International Airport to Rome flight. Return flight tickets start from R 1,903. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from JTR to Rome, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Santorini International Airport to Rome tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from JTR to Rome.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Santorini International Airport to Rome by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Santorini International Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Follow your own route with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and discover more of Rome and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your flight from JTR to Rome can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is about 18 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Following your flight from Santorini International Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Following your JTR to Rome flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CIA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make collecting a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at CIA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Rome
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Santorini International Airport to Rome. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Rome in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Santorini International Airport to Rome flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JTR to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Santorini International Airport to Rome, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Trevi Fountain, Colosseum and Roman Forum are top sights which should feature on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
