Travelling from Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID): What you need to know
The timezone in Sal is UTC-1, which is two hours behind Rome. Amilcar Cabral International Airport is located in Sal.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rome to SID, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rome to SID. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport with a stop at Manchester Airport (MAN). A major stopover between Rome Ciampino Airport and SID, it's a good opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your Rome to SID flight:
Flights from Rome Ciampino Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 85% of them touching down right on cue.
About Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
Consider booking a hotel close to SID if you're catching a late flight from Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Getting from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) to central Sal
Amilcar Cabral International Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Sal. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID)
At the moment, Rs43,765 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs79,754. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rome to SID. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Rome to SID by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport.
More about Sal
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Amilcar Cabral International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sal:
You can't leave Sal without seeing its top sights. Buracona - Olho Azul should rank high on your to-do list.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've visited Sal, now it's time to explore other parts of Cape Verde. Journey about 209 kilometres south to Praia to check off its top sights. From Prainha Beach to Praia de Gamboa Beach and Casa da Arte, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 225 kilometres west of Sal, Mindelo is another favourite stop in Cape Verde. Experience major highlights starting with Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande, Praia da Laginha and Ponta Joao Ribeiro.