Travelling from Rome to London: what you need to know
Rome has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rome to London flying out of 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 reach London through Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The average duration of a direct Rome to London flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Rome.
With 52 weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Rome to London with British Airways at 07:40. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from FCO to LHR is with British Airways at 21:00.
To ensure you don't miss your Rome to London flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to London
$34 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to London. A return flight starts at $66. 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)
Leave from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a direct flight from Rome to London. You can arrive at these London airports from FCO:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
There's a good selection of airlines that offer direct Rome to London plane tickets out of FCO. Take off with any of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Rome to London flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Firenze-Peretola Airport (FLR)
FCO is about 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Rome to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
70.57% of flights that leave from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Prefer to take off from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? This hub offers nonstop flights from Rome to London, seamlessly connecting to Stansted Airport (STN).
Book your direct Rome to London plane ticket with Ryanair. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of CIA.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Rome to London flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to London:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is approximately 26 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Go where the road takes you with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 40 kilometres from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Rome to London, it takes 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.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your Rome to London flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will save you money.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Rome to London and head directly to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. The centre of London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near STN and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're catching a late Rome to London flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Whether you're searching for a mini for a solo trip or a roomy SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Stansted Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available from suppliers such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Rome to London for the most affordable rates.
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 (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). 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 hotels once you've booked your flight from Rome to London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should feature on every 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.