Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Birmingham.
To ensure you catch your BHM to FCO flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between BHM and FCO include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is Rs99,751. A return ticket right now is Rs192,725. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHM to FCO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BHM make it to their destination as scheduled 80.37% of the time.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near BHM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're arriving on a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Rome. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BHM to FCO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you're eager to discover another side of Italy, head for Naples, roughly 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are highlights.