How to get to Rome from Santorini (Island)

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Compare flight for Santorini (Island) to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £586 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £586, while a flight costs an average of £586.

Distance: 1273 km

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£586

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Cheapest

£75

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7h 25m

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5h 25m

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28h 20m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Santorini (Island) to Rome is a flight with an average price of £586.
The fastest way to travel from Santorini (Island) to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 25m.
Yes, you can take a flight between Santorini (Island) and Rome.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 22h 55m sooner (5h 25m by flight vs 28h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £586 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Santorini (Island) to Rome

How to get to Rome from Santorini (Island) by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Santorini (Island) to Rome is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Aegean AirlinesA3361 · A3650
    22:0011h35
    Santorini (Thira) National Airport
    8:35Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £1471One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Aegean AirlinesA3361 · A3650
    22:0011h35
    Santorini (Thira) National Airport
    8:35Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £1471One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Aegean AirlinesA3351 · A3650
    6:003h35
    Santorini (Thira) National Airport
    8:35Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £2621One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • LufthansaLH2625+ITAAZ1380+Air DolomitiLH1892
    19:3513h20
    Santorini (Thira) National Airport
    7:55Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £2231One-way
    2 changes
  • Aegean AirlinesA3353 · A3654
    8:2510h10
    Santorini (Thira) National Airport
    17:35Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £2301One-way
    1 change
  • Aegean AirlinesA3349 · A3654
    9:209h15
    Santorini (Thira) National Airport
    17:35Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    £2621One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Santorini (Island) to Rome

Travel to Rome easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santorini (Island) to Rome.

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You can travel between Santorini (Island) and Rome by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Santorini (Island) to Rome is a flight with an average price of £586.
The fastest way to travel from Santorini (Island) to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 25m.
The Santorini (Island) to Rome distance is approximately 1273 km.
The average frequency per day from Santorini (Island) to Rome is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santorini (Island) and Rome as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Santorini (Island) to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Santorini (Thira) National Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Santorini (Island) to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Aegean Airlines, Malta Air, Ryanair, Vueling, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, ITA, TAP Portugal, Edelweiss Air to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Santorini (Island) to Rome:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Santorini (Island) to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Santorini (Island) to Rome, you can take a flight.
In Rome, you can explore Trastevere, a charming neighbourhood with narrow streets and vibrant nightlife, and take a stroll through Villa Borghese, a beautiful park with museums and gardens. Enjoy a gelato at Piazza Navona, a lively square with fountains and street artists. Visit the Spanish Steps for people-watching and a great view, and discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours. Must-see sights include the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Roman Forum, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain.
Three to four days in Rome allows you to experience its key attractions, including the Colosseum, Vatican City, and the Pantheon, while enjoying the city's vibrant culture and cuisine.

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