Travelling from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Rome is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight.
Sharm El Sheikh is one hour ahead of Rome. Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) is the busiest route, with 9 direct services each week. You can get from FCO to SSH on Wizz Air Malta's 6:10am departure.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to SSH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) are available from here.
At FCO, you can choose from various carriers that operate direct flights from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, such as:
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Wizz Air Malta from FCO to SSH.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Rome to SSH that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between FCO and SSH include:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
Palese Airport (BRI)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
70.57% of flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, check out these options when heading out from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
CIA is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Rome to SSH flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of flights out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SSH if you have a late flight from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's main sights.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, central Sharm El Sheikh is around 5 kilometres away. It takes about 5 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Rs13,440 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. A return flight starts from Rs28,225. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rome to SSH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). Visit Sharm El Sheikh in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Rome to SSH flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh to range from 27ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Start your Sharm El Sheikh trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Sharm El Sheikh when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Shark's Bay Beach followed by Коралловый риф (coral reef) and Naama Bay.
Explore more of Egypt
Suez is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sharm El Sheikh. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque, Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum.
If there's time to check out another side of Egypt, head for Dishnā, about 274 kilometres south-west of Sharm El Sheikh. قرية الحمدية Al hamdiah, المسجد العمري and نادي العائلات بالعزازية are key highlights.
