Travelling from London to Rome: what you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Rome, you'll have your pick of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Touch down in Rome at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Book a direct London to Rome flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
The most popular route for flights from London to Rome is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Take your pick of 52 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to FCO is the 06:10 British Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 20:20 with British Airways.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your London to Rome flight.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Rome
16 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Rome. Return flights start from 31 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap London to Rome flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can catch a direct flight from London to Rome departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Start your trip at LHR and end it at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Keep an eye out for promotions with British Airways. This airline offers direct London to Rome plane tickets from LHR.
We make it simple to book a London to Rome flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Rome or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can catch a nonstop flight from London to Rome departing from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Kick off your travels at LGW and step off the plane at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You can take your pick of airlines that offer direct London to Rome plane tickets from LGW. Jet off with any of these carriers and head straight to your destination:
Break up your London to Rome flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Rome include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Rome:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Cut down on travel time with a direct flight from London to Rome. From Stansted Airport (STN), you can head straight to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Prepare for takeoff with Ryanair. It offers direct London to Rome plane tickets from STN.
You can book a ticket from London to Rome with one or more stops departing from Stansted Airport (STN). Here are some of the most common stopovers between STN and Rome:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
STN is roughly 48 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make taking an early London to Rome flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that depart from STN touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 40 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Explore without limits with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and discover more of Rome and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your London to Rome flight.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Once you've disembarked your flight from London to Rome, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from London to Rome:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and make a speedy getaway.
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Best time to go to Rome
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Book a London to Rome ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap flights from London to Rome in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. 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 best places to stay in Rome right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from London to Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Rome to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Roman Forum.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Travel about 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its popular sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.