Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rome and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 45 minutes.
Rome is one hour ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Rome follows the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Take your pick of 22 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from LGW to FCO is the 06:10 easyJet option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:55 with Wizz Air Malta.
To avoid rushing for your LGW to Rome flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Begin your trip at LGW and travel nonstop to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). That's where you can expect to land when searching for London Gatwick Airport to Rome tickets.
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Rome include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from LGW to Rome. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
Travelling from central London to LGW takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGW:
London Gatwick Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LGW arrive on schedule 82% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Rome flight is Rs10,952. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs22,451. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LGW to Rome.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on London Gatwick Airport to Rome tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from LGW to Rome.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rome. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Rome.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rome has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
The trip will take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LGW to Rome flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at CIA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in December.
Book a London Gatwick Airport to Rome plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to Rome in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rome, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Italy, head for Naples, roughly 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are key reasons to visit.