Travelling from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London one hour behind Rome.
You can choose from 19 weekly Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with Wizz Air Malta is the earliest flight available. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 22:00.
To ensure you catch your FCO to LGW flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can travel nonstop to London, the United Kingdom. Take to the skies with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport:
Most travellers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.
With a dependable 81.25% of services landing on schedule, Vueling is the most punctual carrier for FCO to LGW flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FCO and LGW include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Geneva Airport
Nice Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$65 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts from $120. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from FCO to LGW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from FCO to LGW is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the departures from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Rome to Rome Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to FCO:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the most popular month to visit London. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FCO to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.

