Airport Comparison
| FCO | SSH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport | Sharm El Sheikh International Airport |
| IATA Code | FCO | SSH |
| ICAO Code | LIRF | HESH |
| City | Rome | Sharm el-Sheikh |
| Country | Italy | Egypt |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome | Africa/Cairo |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 143 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.800000, 12.250000 | 27.980000, 34.400000 |
Rome (FCO) to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) in Rome, Italy to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt is 2,525 kilometers (1,569 miles / 1,364 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Italy with Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:38 in Rome, it's 12:38 in Sharm el-Sheikh.
The return flight from Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) to Rome (FCO) follows a heading of 313° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.