Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
There are 65 London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flights each week to choose from.
Your LHR to FCO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
British Airways is your gateway to discovering Rome (and maybe even some other great corners of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to FCO flights. A reliable 82.16% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and FCO include:
Paris Orly Airport
Geneva Airport
Bologna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Currently, $89 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $190. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to FCO.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from LHR to FCO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're getting in on a late London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rome and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport to central Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Rome based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to FCO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Rome, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to tick off its top attractions. From Leonardo's Last Supper Museum to Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Naples is another essential stop in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No trip is complete without experiencing Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.











