Rome to Newark (FCO–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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FCO–EWR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Air India and El Al lead the route. The flight covers 4,282 miles in approximately 9h 48m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, OS, SN | 14 | 764, 77W | 9h17-10h05 | – | Star Alliance | AC, LX, OS, SN |
| AI Air India | 7 | 77W | 9h12 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| LY El Al | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Newark from Rome
| Metric | FCO→EWR | CIA→EWR | NAP→EWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 18 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 70 | – | 35 |
| Flight time | 9h 48m | 8h 38m | 9h 50m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 12:00 PM in Newark.
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.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
FCO–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to EWR
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Air India and El Al. With 70 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FCO to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to EWR is about 9 hours 48 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,282 miles (6,891 km). There are approximately 70 weekly flights outbound and 64 return, totaling 134 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Paris-Orly, Charles de Gaulle and Munich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rome (CIA) and Napoli (NAP).