Flying from London to Rome: what you need to know
You can take your pick of numerous airports when organising your flight from London to Rome. Explore your options for jetting out of London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Rome, Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are the primary gateways.
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct London to Rome flight.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome one hour ahead of London.
You can choose from 65 weekly services between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). LHR to FCO is the most popular route when booking flights from London to Rome.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your London to Rome flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Rome
At the moment, Rs6,386 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Rome. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs12,413. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap London to Rome flights, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from London to Rome is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're looking for a direct flight from London to Rome, you can leave from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Fly from LHR to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in one continuous trip.
Lock in your London to Rome plane tickets with British Airways. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from LHR.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing London to Rome flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Rome, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can catch a direct flight from London to Rome out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Kick off your travels at LGW and disembark at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
LGW has a variety of airlines that offer direct London to Rome plane tickets. Book your flight with any of these carriers:
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your London to Rome flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and Rome:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Prague Airport (PRG)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to Rome, take it easy in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Most flights that leave London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 83%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) has direct flights from London to Rome. Make your way straight to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) without stopping.
Choose your airline and prepare to jet away to your destination. These carriers offer direct London to Rome plane tickets from STN:
Searching for a ticket from London to Rome with one or more stops can offer you a bigger choice of departure times along with better fares. When departing from London Stansted Airport (STN), here's where you can detour to on the way to Rome:
Budapest Airport (BUD)
Prague Airport (PRG)
Nice Airport (NCE)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Rome flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near London Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, STN is a dependable starting point for any adventure.
Arriving in Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Explore without limits with a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and discover more of Rome and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Central Rome is about 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). After your flight from London to Rome has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from London to Rome:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Rome Ciampino Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from CIA one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from London to Rome. To escape the crowds, go to Rome in March.
Before locking in your London to Rome tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. 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 flights from London to Rome around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Rome right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from London to Rome:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Hill are top sights which should feature on every Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Italy waiting to be discovered. Around 483 kilometres northwest of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and San Carlo Theatre.