Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is eight hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located. Rome runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your SNA to Rome flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from SNA to Rome. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
SNA is about 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to SNA? If you're boarding an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
John Wayne Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.53% of flights that depart SNA reach their destination without delay.
The address for SNA is 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Rome
R 7,368 is currently the best price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Rome flight. Return flight tickets start at R 12,397. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from SNA to Rome. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap tickets from John Wayne Airport to Rome is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across each month and land an epic deal.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Explore without limits with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and find adventure across Rome and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SNA to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from John Wayne Airport to Rome has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CIA. Kick back and get cosy after your SNA to Rome flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and make a speedy getaway.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from CIA one week in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Visit Rome during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from John Wayne Airport to Rome in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a John Wayne Airport to Rome flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SNA to Rome around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from John Wayne 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:
Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Rome itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another standout destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No trip is complete without a visit to National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
