Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rome: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome and you'll be traveling for around 2 hours 45 minutes.
Rome is one hour ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Rome observes the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Take your pick of 52 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from LHR to FCO is the 06:10 British Airways service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 20:20 with British Airways.
Allow plenty of time to catch your LHR to Rome flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct London Heathrow Airport to Rome ticket. Start your journey at LHR and land at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
British Airways is a popular airline that offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rome.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from LHR to Rome with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Located around 26 kilometers from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Rome
$76 is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Rome flight. A return flight ticket starts from $148. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap flights from LHR to Rome, book your trip two months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap London Heathrow Airport to Rome tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometers. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near FCO if you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 find adventure across Rome and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LHR to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is around 18 kilometers from the center of Rome. Following your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CIA. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your LHR to Rome flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from CIA one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Plan your trip to Rome during high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Rome during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a London Heathrow Airport to Rome flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LHR to Rome around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Rome, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Rome itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Roman Forum.
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 kilometers away to the north-west, its top attractions include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometers south-east of Rome. No trip is complete without dropping by National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.