Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome one hour ahead of London.
Choose from 49 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with British Airways is the earliest available. British Airways operates the last service of the day at 19:30.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LHR to FCO flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. 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.
British Airways has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Rome — and maybe even more of Italy if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with British Airways on this route.
With 68.34% of services landing on schedule, British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to FCO flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LHR and FCO:
Geneve Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Paris Orly Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is R 1,406. A return ticket right now is R 2,603. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from LHR to FCO, reserve your journey seven months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're landing on a late London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and see more of Rome and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Rome based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport for August if you want to visit Rome during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to FCO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.