Flying from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is four hours 30 minutes behind Surat, where Surat Gujarat Airport is located. Rome follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your STV to Rome flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Whether you're eager to discover a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book plane tickets from STV to Rome with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a popular connection hub.
STV is about 11 kilometres from central Surat. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to STV:
Surat Gujarat Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.83% of flights that depart STV arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Rome
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Surat Gujarat Airport to Rome flight is 439 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 858 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from STV to Rome, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Surat Gujarat Airport to Rome is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from STV to Rome by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your flight from STV to Rome can help you secure the lowest rate.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Rome has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your STV to Rome flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from CIA one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Plan your trip to Rome during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Rome during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking a Surat Gujarat Airport to Rome plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from STV to Rome around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Surat Gujarat 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:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Trevi Fountain, Colosseum and Roman Forum are major attractions which should be on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without visiting National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.