Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Rome.
Flights from FCO to JED start at 09:50 — the earliest with Saudia. The last service of the day is at 16:10 with Saudia. In total, there are 54 weekly Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your FCO to JED flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Jeddah (and then other corners of Saudi Arabia) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
ITA Airways is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
ITA Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates FCO to JED flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between FCO and JED:
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Luxor International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Currently, 55 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 106 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from FCO to JED by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from FCO to JED.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, 70.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Rome to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to FCO:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
If you're coming in on a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near JED:
Grab a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Jeddah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
From King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Jeddah based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport for July if you want to go to Jeddah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to JED in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia you should also see. Around 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a trip to Mecca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Yanbu is another sought-after destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah. No journey is complete without a visit to Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.
