Rome to Atlanta (FCO–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FCO–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 5,025 miles in approximately 10h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 54 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KL | 17 | 339, 359 | 10h49-11h04 | – | SkyTeam | AF, KL |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Atlanta from Rome
| Metric | FCO→ATL | NAP→ATL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 8 |
| Flight time | 10h 49m | 11h 12m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 12:00 PM in Atlanta.
Italian passport holders enter the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for stays up to 90 days. An approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is required before boarding and costs USD 21. ESTA approval is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. Stays cannot be extended beyond 90 days under the VWP. The passport must be machine-readable and include an electronic chip.
Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.
MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.
The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.
FCO–ATL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to ATL
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FCO to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to ATL ranges from 10 hours 49 minutes to 11 hours 9 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,025 miles (8,086 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 52 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
54 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via LIN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Napoli (NAP).