Flying from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Rome: what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is one hour behind Alexandria, where Borg El Arab Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your HBE to Rome flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from HBE to Rome. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
HBE is about 40 kilometres from central Alexandria. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome? Stay at a hotel near HBE, such as Relaxation Villa With Private Pool. Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria will also put you moments from the departure gate.
75.72% of flights departing from Borg El Arab Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Rome
₹ 10,555 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Borg El Arab Airport to Rome flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 21,958. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from HBE to Rome, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from HBE to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is roughly 18 kilometres from central Rome. Once you've hopped off your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your HBE to Rome flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from CIA one week in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Travel to Rome in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Borg El Arab Airport to Rome flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from HBE to Rome around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Rome right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Rome:
Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Rome travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without experiencing National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.
