Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is three hours behind Sharjah, where Sharjah International Airport is located. Rome observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SHJ to Rome flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SHJ to Rome with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
The journey from central Sharjah to SHJ takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near SHJ? If you've booked an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Rome, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
76% of flights that leave from Sharjah International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Rome flight is AED 666. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,351. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from SHJ to Rome, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometers from central Rome. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sharjah International Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Reserving your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before your flight from SHJ to Rome can help you secure the lowest rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
After your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Rome has landed, you can make your way to the city center in about 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometers from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
The trip will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your SHJ to Rome flight:
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from CIA one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Rome. To avoid the crowds, visit Rome in December.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Sharjah International Airport to Rome plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to Rome around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Rome, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Rome.
Explore more of Italy
Rome will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometers northwest of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Around 193 kilometers southeast of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.