Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London one hour behind Rome.
Every week, there are 255 Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 06:45 Vueling flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:55 with easyJet.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FCO to LGW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport. When you're ready to start your London holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of United Kingdom:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with ITA Airways on this route.
With a dependable 81.25% of services arriving on schedule, Vueling is the most punctual carrier for FCO to LGW flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FCO and LGW:
Geneve Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Right now, R 541 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,001. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from FCO to LGW by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FCO to LGW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
70.57% of flights that take off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near FCO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of around 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to London in January.
Lock in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FCO to LGW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.