Flying from Rome to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Rome. Explore your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when reserving your flight from Rome to Santorini International Airport (JTR).
Expect to be traveling for 2 hours 10 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Rome to Santorini International Airport.
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is 1 hour ahead of Rome. Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira).
With 3 direct flights a week between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Santorini International Airport (JTR) is the most popular route. Wizz Air Malta operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from FCO to JTR is with Wizz Air Malta at 19:15.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rome to JTR, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Fly without interruptions from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to Santorini International Airport (JTR) can be booked from here.
You'll have your pick of carriers offering direct flights from Rome to Santorini International Airport leaving from FCO. Reserve your trip with one of these:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Rome to JTR departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Palese Airport (BRI)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is about 20 miles. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
After a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rome to Santorini International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Rome to Santorini International Airport (JTR)? Check out the fares flying out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
When departing from CIA, you can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Rome to JTR. Reach cruising altitude with one of these carriers:
Break up your flight from Rome to Santorini International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and JTR are:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour and 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 11 miles away, and getting there by car takes approximately 42 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to JTR, stay in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Book a hotel near JTR if you're catching a late flight from Rome to Santorini International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
From Santorini International Airport, Santorini (Thira) is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the center driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
For a one-way ticket from Rome to Santorini International Airport, $36 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $76. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change depending on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from Rome to JTR by booking 11 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Rome to Santorini International Airport if you plan your break for August. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if the price has dropped. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for a cheap ticket from Rome to JTR every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rome to Santorini International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Rome to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Rome to Santorini International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Santorini (Thira). If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Santorini (Thira). The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Rome to JTR during then and you can expect temperatures of between 73ºF and 81ºF.
Search for cheap flights from Rome to Santorini International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 50ºF and 61ºF on average.
More about Santorini (Thira)
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Santorini (Thira) right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rome to Santorini International Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Santorini (Thira) is to check out its top sights. Some highlights include Fira, Santorini caldera and View point on Red Beach.
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