Flying from Rome to Granada Airport (GRX): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to Granada Airport (GRX). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Rome and Granada (where Granada Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Rome to GRX. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rome to GRX leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to Granada Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can arrive at CIA from central Rome in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Rome to GRX flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of flights out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Granada Airport (GRX)
Consider staying in a hotel near GRX if you have a late flight from Rome to Granada Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Granada Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, Alamo or OK Mobility and experience more of Granada and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Rome to Granada Airport flight.
Getting from Granada Airport (GRX) to central Granada
Central Granada is around 16 kilometres from Granada Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before you go.
It takes around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Granada Airport (GRX)
At the moment, RM146 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Granada Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM336. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Rome to GRX, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Rome to Granada Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Granada Airport (GRX)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Granada. July is when most people book flights from Rome to Granada Airport (GRX), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Rome to GRX plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Granada, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rome to Granada Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Granada
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Granada right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Rome to Granada Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Granada when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Alhambra followed by alhambra granda and Albayzín.
Explore more of Spain
Granada has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Granada, a visit to Ceuta will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Plaza Señora de África.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Spain, head for Melilla, roughly 225 kilometres south of Granada. Barrio del Real, Alcazaba Garden and Plaza de Armas are among the biggest draws.