Rome to Birmingham, West Midlands (FCO–BHX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
FCO–BHX is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair, Jet2.com and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 984 miles in approximately 2h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 4 | 73H | 3h10 | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2.com | 4 | 73H | 2h50 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 4 | 320 | 2h55 | – | – | – |
| W4 AeroWorld | 4 | 32Q | 3h | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Birmingham, West Midlands from Rome
| Metric | FCO→BHX | CIA→BHX | NAP→BHX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 18 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 16 | – | 5 |
| Flight time | 2h 58m | 2h 35m | 2h 45m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · BHX: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 5:00 PM in Birmingham, West Midlands.
Italian passport holders enter the UK visa-free for stays of up to 6 months. Since February 2026, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is required before travel. Apply through the UK ETA app or online portal. The ETA costs GBP 20, is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, and allows multiple entries. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay.
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.
FCO–BHX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to BHX
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair, Jet2.com, easyJet, AeroWorld and TUI Airways. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FCO to BHX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to BHX is about 2 hours 58 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 984 miles (1,583 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Geneva Cointrin, Charles de Gaulle and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rome (CIA), Napoli (NAP) and Olbia (SS) (OLB).