Rome to Edinburgh (FCO–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FCO–EDI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Jet2 leads the route. The flight covers 1,202 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 69 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS Jet2 | 2 | 73H | 3h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Edinburgh from Rome
| Metric | FCO→EDI | CIA→EDI | NAP→EDI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 18 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 7 | 4 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 3h 15m | 3h 10m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CET · EDI: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 5:00 PM in Edinburgh.
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–EDI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to EDI
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from Jet2. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FCO to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to EDI ranges from 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,202 miles (1,934 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
69 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via VRN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rome (CIA) and Napoli (NAP).