Flying from Rome to London: what you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rome to London leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also touch down in London at Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Rome to London flight.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London one hour behind Rome.
The busiest route for flights from Rome to London is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can select from 52 services every week between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from FCO to LHR is the 06:55 British Airways option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the latest available service is at 21:05 with British Airways.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Rome to London flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to London
Rs4,866 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to London. A return flight starts at Rs9,743. These prices can change based on demand.
Lock in cheap Rome to London flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for finding a bargain.
May is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Rome to London. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can find a direct flight from Rome to London taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Catch your plane at FCO and then come in for landing at one of these London airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
These are some of the major airlines offering direct Rome to London plane tickets from FCO:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Rome to London flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rome to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Rather start your trip at Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? This hub offers direct flights from Rome to London, seamlessly connecting you to Stansted Airport (STN).
Ryanair offers direct Rome to London plane tickets from CIA. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Break up your Rome to London flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and London are:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
CIA is around 13 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Rome to London? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73%.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is approximately 23 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 55 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to London, few things beat 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 LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your departure date.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of London. Following your flight from Rome to London, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 30 minutes.
After your flight from Rome to London, unwind at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is roughly 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre in a car once you've stepped off your flight from Rome to London.
If you use public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near STN after your Rome to London flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Whether you want a zippy mini for a solo getaway or a full-size SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Stansted Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available from providers such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from STN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Rome to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Rome to London. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Rome to London ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rome to London around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Rome to London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are highlights which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.