Rome to Barcelona (FCO–BCN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FCO–BCN is served by 9 airlines with nonstop service. Vueling, Ryanair and Aerolineas Argentinas lead the route. The flight covers 527 miles in approximately 1h 43m. Beyond nonstop, 128 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY Vueling | 47 | 319, 320, 32A | 1h50 | – | – | – |
| FR Ryanair | 31 | 73H | 1h55 | – | – | – |
| AR Aerolineas Argentinas | 21 | 223, 32S | 1h50 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| AZ ITA Airways | 21 | 32N, 32S | 1h43-1h57 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 21 | 223, 32N, 32S | 1h50 | – | – | – |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 17 | 223, 32N, 32S | 1h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AV avianca | 7 | 32S | 1h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| W4 AeroWorld | 7 | 32Q | 1h50 | – | – | – |
| FB Bulgaria Air | 3 | 32N | 1h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Barcelona from Rome
| Metric | FCO→BCN | NAP→BCN | AOI→BCN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 123 mi | 137 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 175 | 32 | 2 |
| Flight time | 1h 43m | 1h 48m | 1h 44m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CET · BCN: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona.
Both Italy and Spain are EU and Schengen member states. Italian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Spain without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry.
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.
Aerobus coaches depart T1 and T2 every 5 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya (35 min, €6.75). Running from 5:00am to 1:00am, they serve the widest range of city-centre destinations. RENFE R2 Nord commuter trains serve T2 only (T1 requires a free inter-terminal bus); trains to Sants take 19 minutes (€4.60).Taxis use a fixed rate: €39 to the city centre (all zones, flat rate). Ride-shares vary. Car rental desks are in T1 arrivals. T1 and T2 are separate buildings; confirm your terminal before booking transport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–32°C) with low humidity and rare disruptions. July and August are peak travel season with reliable flying weather. Winters are mild (8–15°C) with occasional rain, rarely cold enough for frost or snow.
Spring and fall bring the highest rainfall risk. October can see heavy downpours. Sea fog in early morning occasionally reduces visibility at the airport but clears quickly.
FCO–BCN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to BCN
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) are connected by nonstop service from Aerolineas Argentinas, avianca, ITA Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Bulgaria Air, Ryanair, Vueling and AeroWorld. With 175 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FCO to BCN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to BCN ranges from 1 hours 43 minutes to 1 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 527 miles (848 km). There are approximately 175 weekly flights outbound and 172 return, totaling 347 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
128 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via VRN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Napoli (NAP), Falconara Marittima (AN) (AOI) and Firenze (FI) (FLR).