Flying from Rome to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Rome to Santander Airport (SDR). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
The average duration of a direct flight from Rome to Santander Airport is 2 hours 27 minutes.
Santander Airport is located in Santander. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Rome.
The busiest route is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Santander Airport (SDR), with 3 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to SDR is the 05:45 Ryanair service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 14:35 with Ryanair.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Rome to SDR.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rome to Santander Airport (SDR) can be booked from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Rome to Santander Airport with Ryanair. This popular airline offers services from FCO.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Rome to SDR departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Seville Airport (SVQ)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is roughly 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Want a handy hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Santander Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) has direct flights from Rome to Santander Airport (SDR).
Ryanair has direct flights from Rome to SDR departing from CIA. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Santander Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and SDR:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 1 hour and 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 42 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to SDR, take things easy in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Santander Airport (SDR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Santander Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SDR instead:
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
Santander Airport to the centre of Santander is about 9 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Santander Airport (SDR)
For a one-way ticket from Rome to Santander Airport, C$62 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from C$115. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Santander Airport (SDR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Santander Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Santander in April when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Rome to SDR, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santander, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 24ºC.
Travel in February for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rome to Santander Airport.
More about Santander
Start your Santander trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Santander Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Santander is to explore its most popular attractions. Highlights include Segunda Playa Del Sardinero, Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria and Jardines de Piquío Jardines de Piquio.
Complete your Santander trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Rome to Santander Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Santander. Explore the deals and instantly compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.