Travelling from Rome to Skiathos Airport (JSI): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport (JSI). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport.
The timezone in Skiathos is UTC+2, which is 1 hour ahead of Rome. Skiathos Airport is located in Skiathos.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Skiathos Airport (JSI) is the most popular route. There are 1 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Wizz Air Malta at 14:10. Choose the first FCO to JSI departure with Wizz Air Malta at 08:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to JSI. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can jump on a direct flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport (JSI) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You can book a direct flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier offers services from FCO.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Rome to JSI departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
From the centre of Rome, FCO is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Looking to fly out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? You can book a direct flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport (JSI) out of this busy hub.
Board your direct flight from Rome to JSI with Ryanair. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of CIA.
Split up your flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and JSI include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to JSI:
About Skiathos Airport (JSI)
If you have a late flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near JSI:
Getting from Skiathos Airport (JSI) to central Skiathos
From Skiathos Airport, Skiathos is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Skiathos Airport (JSI)
For a one-way ticket from Rome to Skiathos Airport, Rs8,543 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from Rs19,960. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Rome to JSI when you book 9 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Rome to Skiathos Airport if you plan your break for June. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Skiathos Airport (JSI)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Skiathos, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Skiathos. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Rome to JSI sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport in January when temperatures average between 6ºC and 13ºC.
More about Skiathos
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Skiathos right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Rome to Skiathos Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Skiathos is to check out its most popular attractions. Highlights include Koukounaries Beach, Lalaria Beach and Agios Nikolaos Church and Clock Tower.
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