Rome to Jeddah (FCO–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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FCO–JED is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. AeroWorld and Saudia lead the route. The flight covers 2,089 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W4 AeroWorld | 7 | 32Q | 4h55 | – | – | – |
| SV Saudia Also: AR, AZ | 6 | 320, 321 | 4h45 | – | SkyTeam | AR, AZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 7:00 PM in Jeddah.
Italian passport holders must obtain an eVisa before traveling to Saudi Arabia. The application is completed online through the official visa portal (visa.visitsaudi.com) and costs SAR 535 (roughly EUR 130), including medical insurance. Processing is usually within 24 hours. The eVisa is valid for 1 year with multiple entries and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit, with a maximum of 180 days total.
Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.
The Haramain HSR airport station (in the terminal complex) connects to Jeddah city in 15 minutes (SAR 20–25) and onward to Mecca (45 min, SAR 55) and Medina (2h, SAR 105); essential knowledge for Hajj/Umrah travelers.Careem and Uber serve the airport widely; expect SAR 40–80 to central Jeddah, 25–45 minutes. Taxis at the rank run SAR 60–100. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The airport has two main terminals (North and South); confirm which terminal before booking ground transport.
Hot desert climate on the Red Sea coast. Summers (May–September) are brutal at 38–45°C with high humidity from sea proximity, making outdoor exposure extreme. Operational disruptions in summer are more often from sandstorms than temperature alone.
Winter (December–February) is warm and pleasant at 20–28°C. Rare but intense rainfall events (typically October–November) can cause flash flooding and ground stops. Jeddah's drainage infrastructure is limited. The city sits close to sea level; humidity amplifies heat year-round.
FCO–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to JED
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) are connected by nonstop service from AeroWorld and Saudia. With 25 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FCO to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to JED is about 4 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,089 miles (3,362 km). There are approximately 25 weekly flights outbound and 25 return, totaling 50 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cairo, Athens Eleftherios Venizelos and Tunis Carthage. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.