Flying from Rome to Stansted Airport (STN): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to Stansted Airport (STN).
2 hours 40 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Rome to Stansted Airport flight.
London is one hour behind Rome. Stansted Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Choose from 3 direct services each week between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Stansted Airport (STN). This is the busiest route, with Jet2 offering a 11:15am departure from FCO to STN.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Rome to STN.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Rome to Stansted Airport (STN) take off from this terminal.
Jet2 is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Rome to Stansted Airport departing from FCO.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between FCO and STN is Jet2.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Jet2.
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of the flights that depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can book a direct Rome to Stansted Airport (STN) plane ticket out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Work out whether leaving from CIA works best for your plans.
Ryanair has direct flights from Rome to STN out of CIA. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
On the CIA to STN route, Ryanair is the favourite choice for most passengers.
With 66.55% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier flying between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and Stansted Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
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Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.18%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Stansted Airport (STN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Stansted Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near STN instead:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Rome to Stansted Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
Central London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport and takes about 1 hour to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Stansted Airport (STN)
At the moment, 16 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Stansted Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 33 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Stansted Airport (STN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Stansted Airport (STN). Plan your visit to London in April for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Rome to STN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Stansted Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Stansted Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Your London trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that should be on your list include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From The Windsor Castle to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
