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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Rome

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 152 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Rome

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Rome flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Rome

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Rome? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found130 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineBritish Airways
Average flights per week393

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Rome: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Rome: Rome Ciampino and Rome Fiumicino.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Rome is 130 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Rome.
British Airways, American Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from London Heathrow to Rome.
As of July 2026, there are 393 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Rome.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Rome is usually November.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Fiumicino – which is 22.9 km away from the centre of Rome. We've found flights into this airport from 130 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Rome on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. August is typically the warmest month in Rome, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, ITA Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rome.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rome: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome.

  • The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.

  • You can pick from 58 weekly services between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). This is the most popular flight route.

  • For a relaxed start to your LHR to Rome flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Start your trip at LHR and travel straight to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). That's where you can expect to land when searching for London Heathrow Airport to Rome tickets.

  • Get on board with British Airways. This well-known airline offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rome.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from LHR to Rome, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

    • Manchester Airport (MAN)

    • Geneva Airport (GVA)

  • LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rome

  • The best price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Rome flight is 66 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 130 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LHR to Rome.

  • June is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on London Heathrow Airport to Rome tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from LHR to Rome couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Rome

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:

  • Reserving your vehicle from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your flight from LHR to Rome can help you get the best possible rate.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

  • Central Rome is located around 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 20 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your LHR to Rome flight:

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at CIA can land you a better rate.

Best time to go to Rome

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome. August is the busiest month to travel to Rome. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your London Heathrow Airport to Rome plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • Search for cheap tickets from LHR to Rome in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

More about Rome

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rome right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are leading attractions which should feature on any good Rome itinerary.

Explore more of Italy

  • Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Italy, head for Naples, about 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are among its highlights.

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