Flying from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Skopje (the location of Skopje International Airport).
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from SKP to Rome.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Direct flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Rome are available for booking. Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is where you'll be touching down.
Wizz Air is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Skopje International Airport to Rome.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from SKP to Rome, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can enter Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from North Macedonia. But before reserving your flight tickets from Skopje International Airport to Rome, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
SKP is around 24 kilometers from central Skopje. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Skopje International Airport to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SKP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Rome
AED 59 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Skopje International Airport to Rome. Return flights start from AED 142. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from SKP to Rome, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Skopje International Airport to Rome.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 51 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Skopje International Airport to Rome. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is roughly 18 kilometers from the center of Rome. Following your flight from Skopje International Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 42 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near CIA. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from SKP to Rome at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Skopje International Airport to Rome while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Rome, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
When booking your flight from Skopje International Airport to Rome, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from SKP to Rome sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Skopje International Airport to Rome, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-visits when exploring Rome.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Rome and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Skopje International Airport to Rome.