Flying from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Rome: what you need to know
El Salvador International Airport is located in San Salvador. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is seven hours ahead of San Salvador.
Leave enough time to catch your SAL to Rome flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from SAL to Rome. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
SAL is around 32 kilometres from central San Salvador. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near SAL? If you're catching an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
El Salvador International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SAL land on schedule 84.27% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Rome
Rs78,621 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Rome flight. A return ticket right now is Rs163,883. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SAL to Rome. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your El Salvador International Airport to Rome ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rome with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
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.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Travel at your own speed with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Rome and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SAL to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rome. After your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
After stepping off your SAL to Rome flight, unwind at a hotel close to CIA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and be off and running.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Visit Rome during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from El Salvador International Airport to Rome in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your El Salvador International Airport to Rome flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SAL to Rome around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rome right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Rome:
Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Rome to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its leading sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Italy, head for Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.
