Cheap Flights from London (LGW) to Rome (FCO)

Travellers and cabin class

Compare London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Rome Fiumicino

Book the best Rome Fiumicino fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino

London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Rome below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rome Fiumicino.

London to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$78
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week52

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino is $78. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino.
easyJet, Vueling Airlines and British Airways fly direct from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino.
As of June 2025, there are 52 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Rome Fiumicino is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport on Thursday, 18 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 33 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome Fiumicino but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rome Fiumicino.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • Rome is one hour ahead of London and observes the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 64 London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, take the 06:35 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:20 with Wizz Air Malta.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your LGW to FCO flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • A number of airlines operate direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, so jetting off to Rome (and then visiting more of Italy!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • ITA Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • With 76.79% of its services landing on schedule, Vueling is the most punctual carrier offering LGW to FCO flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between LGW and FCO:

    • Cote D'Azur Airport

    • Zurich Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is $35. A return ticket right now is $78. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from LGW to FCO by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LGW to FCO.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Of all flights leaving London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on time at their destination.

  • To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LGW:

Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Rome based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from LGW to FCO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Italy

  • Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.

  • Naples is another standout destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without a visit to National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.