Flying from Rome to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Rome. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) departing from here.
2 hours 45 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Rome to London Heathrow Airport flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Rome. London Heathrow Airport is located in London.
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. You can select from 58 direct weekly services between FCO and LHR.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Rome to LHR. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Fly without interruptions from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) can be booked from here.
British Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Rome to London Heathrow Airport departing from FCO.
Most travellers choose to book seats with British Airways from FCO to LHR.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 79.5% of its services arriving on schedule.
FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rome to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Rome to London Heathrow Airport, browse these options when departing from Rome Ciampino Airport:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
CIA is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your Rome to LHR flight:
Rome Ciampino Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 85% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to London Heathrow Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Rome to London Heathrow Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
Central London is around 24 kilometres from London Heathrow Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to London Heathrow Airport is R 1,251. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,580. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rome to LHR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Rome to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Rome to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). July is the peak month for travel to London. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Rome to LHR plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Rome to London Heathrow Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 153 kilometres northwest of London. No journey is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.