Rome to Sharm El Sheikh (FCO–SSH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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✈ Nonstop
W46117
W4 AeroWorld
32Q
6:15 AM
CEST T3
11:10 AM
EEST
3h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
W46111
W4 AeroWorld
32Q
5:00 PM
CEST T3
9:55 PM
EEST
3h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
NO7228
NO Neos
737
6:30 PM
CEST T3
10:10 PM
EEST
2h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
W46118
W4 AeroWorld
32Q
11:45 AM
EEST
2:50 PM
CEST
4h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
W46112
W4 AeroWorld
32Q
10:30 PM
EEST
1:35 AM+1
CEST
4h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Rome to Sharm El Sheikh
2 carriers, 13 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 13 Flights/wk 1,569 mi 2h 40m nonstop +1h ahead 44 1-stop hubs

FCO–SSH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. AeroWorld and Neos lead the route. The flight covers 1,569 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FCO–SSH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
W4 AeroWorld 12 32Q 3h55
NO Neos 1 737 2h40
Aircraft on this route
32Q Airbus A321neo – W4
737 Boeing 737-700 – NO
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: NO + W4 (13 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, FCO to SSH direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
13
Outbound / wk
12
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCO to SSH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
44
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,650
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Sharm El Sheikh from Rome

Nearby airports with service to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.
Metric FCO→SSH NAP→SSH
Distance from FCO 123 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 4
Weekly flights 13 20
Flight time 2h 40m 2h 15m
Airports within 200 miles of FCO with service to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Sharm El Sheikh is 1 hour ahead of Rome.
FCO: CEST · SSH: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 7:00 PM in Sharm El Sheikh.
Distance & Flight Time
1,569 mi / 2,525 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 40m to 3h 55m.
Visa & Entry

Italian passport holders need a visa to enter Egypt. Apply for an eVisa at visa2egypt.gov.eg. A single-entry eVisa costs about $25 and allows stays of up to 30 days. A multiple-entry option is available for $60 and is valid for 180 days. Processing typically takes up to 4 working days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Visa on arrival is also available at Egyptian airports for Italian nationals, but the eVisa saves time at immigration.

Getting to FCO

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.

FCO–SSH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rome to Sharm El Sheikh route.
Route details
Distance1,569 mi / 2,525 km
Flight time2h 40m to 3h 55m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights13 out / 12 return
1-stop connections44 hubs
Origin: FCO
IATA / ICAOFCO / LIRF
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr49.2M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: SSH
IATA / ICAOSSH / HESH
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation191 ft / 58 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCO to SSH flights.
Nonstop flights from Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport take approximately 2h 40m to 3h 55m. The route covers 1,569 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Neos and AeroWorld.
There are approximately 13 nonstop flights per week from FCO to SSH. The return direction has about 12 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ADB, ATH, OTP, LYS, RIX, NCL, ARN, RMF, BRI, CTA, BUD, RMO, SOF, NAP, CAI, SAW, VCE, GYD, EVN, IST, ZRH, VRN, BLQ, BRU, MXP, CDG, FRA, RUH, JFK, HRG, BER, DUS, JED, LGW, AMS, LTN, GLA, LXR, GVA, MAN, EIN, BHX, BRS and STN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Sharm El Sheikh is 1 hour ahead of Rome.
Yes, return flights from SSH to FCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include NAP. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from FCO to SSH

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) are connected by nonstop service from Neos and AeroWorld. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

FCO to SSH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FCO to SSH ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,569 miles (2,525 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ADB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Napoli (NAP).