Travelling from Rome to London: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Rome. Explore your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to London.
London has a variety of airports you can jet into. Land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). Or arrive at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London City Airport (LCY).
A direct flight from Rome to London takes an average of 2 hours 40 minutes. The timezone in London is UTC+0, making it 1 hour behind Rome.
The most popular route for flights from Rome to London is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Choose from 255 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off first thing, the earliest flight from FCO to LGW is the 07:40 British Airways option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 21:00 with British Airways.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to London. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you hold a passport from Italy and plan to travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on the length and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Rome to London.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Take off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a direct flight from Rome to London. These London airports have nonstop connections to FCO:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
These are some of the leading airlines offering direct flights from Rome to London taking off from FCO:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Rome to London. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes approximately 51 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Rome to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Rome to London, browse these options when departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 1 hour and 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 42 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Rome to London? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 57 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to LHR if you're catching a late flight from Rome to London. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is about 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Once your flight from Rome to London has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable hotels where you can rest ahead of your adventure near LGW. Unwind after your flight from Rome to London at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to London
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to London is ₹ 2,075. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 4,433. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from Rome to London, book your journey 9 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Rome to London. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Best time to go to London
February is the quietest month for flights from Rome to London, while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Schedule your flight from Rome to London for July if you'd like to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rome to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to London, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should be on every London itinerary.
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