Flying from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Rome: what you need to know
Borg El Arab Airport is located in Alexandria. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is one hour behind Alexandria.
To avoid rushing for your HBE to Rome flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from HBE to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Alexandria, HBE can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HBE:
When it comes to Borg El Arab Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Rome
The best price we've found for a one-way Borg El Arab Airport to Rome flight is Rs6,120. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs12,000. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from HBE to Rome. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap tickets from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across the month and land a sweet deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HBE to Rome by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Rome 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.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Booking your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from HBE to Rome can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Central Rome is about 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
The journey will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your HBE to Rome flight:
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from CIA one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Borg El Arab Airport to Rome plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from HBE to Rome around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are essential stops on your Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres northwest of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Naples is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. No journey is complete without visiting Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.
