Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London one hour behind Rome.
Flights from FCO to LHR start from 07:40 — the earliest with British Airways. The last service of the day is at 21:00 with British Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 49 weekly Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your FCO to LHR flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into London (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze with British Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is British Airways.
Among carriers operating FCO to LHR flights, British Airways has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the top stopovers between FCO and LHR:
Milano Linate Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is R 1,181. A return fare is currently R 2,703. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from FCO to LHR by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from FCO to LHR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near FCO? If you've booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
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Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FCO to LHR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.