Flying from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Rome. Explore your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED).
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 57 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Rome.
The most popular route is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), with 54 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to JED is the 09:50 Saudia service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 16:10 with Saudia.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to JED.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can take a direct flight from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) out of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You'll have your pick of carriers offering direct flights from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport departing from FCO. Head off on your trip with any of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Rome to JED. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Luxor International Airport (LXR)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is approximately 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) operates nonstop flights from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED).
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Rome to JED departing from CIA include:
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and JED:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
CIA is around 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 42 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to JED:
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Book a hotel near JED if you're taking a late flight from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
From King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
For a one-way ticket from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport, R 1,032 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just R 2,205. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
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The best time to fly from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Jeddah. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Jeddah. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Rome to JED sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Jeddah
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Jeddah right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Rome to King Abdulaziz International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Athr Gallery, Red Sea Gateway Terminal and Darat Safeya Bizagr are essential stops on your Jeddah itinerary.
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