Flying from Santander Airport (SDR) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Santander.
Flights from SDR to FCO start at 08:50 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 17:25 with Ryanair. Overall, there are three weekly Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SDR to FCO flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Rome (and then exploring more of Italy!) is easy with Ryanair. This popular airline has direct flights from Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair stands out as the most punctual carrier for SDR to FCO flights, with 91.3% of services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. These are the top stopovers between SDR and FCO:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santander Airport (SDR) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is $26. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $52. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from SDR to FCO by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Santander Airport (SDR)
80.42% of flights leaving Santander Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SDR.
Central Santander to Santander Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SDR? If you've booked an early flight from Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you're on a late Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Rome. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Santander Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SDR to FCO in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Travel around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its top attractions. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.