Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Rome is one hour ahead of Newcastle and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your NCL to FCO flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jet2 has direct flights from Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Rome — and maybe even more of Italy if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Jet2 on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for NCL to FCO flights is Jet2.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NCL and FCO:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is 60 €. A return fare is currently 142 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from NCL to FCO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
71.29% of flights that depart Newcastle International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Newcastle International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to NCL:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience more of Rome and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to central Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Rome in January.
Before locking in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NCL to FCO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its leading sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.