Rome to Frankfurt am Main (FCO–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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FCO–FRA is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. ITA Airways, Lufthansa and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 595 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 138 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ ITA Airways | 35 | 319, 320, 321 | 1h55-2h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| LH Lufthansa | 21 | 320, 321, 32N | 1h45-1h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| U2 easyJet | 14 | 319 | 2h | – | – | – |
| AC Air Canada | 7 | 321 | 1h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CI China Airlines | 7 | 221 | 2h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 7 | 32N | 2h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 7 | 32N | 2h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Frankfurt am Main from Rome
| Metric | FCO→FRA | NAP→FRA | FLR→FRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 123 mi | 148 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 98 | 27 | 59 |
| Flight time | 1h 45m | 2h 5m | 0h 43m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CET · FRA: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 6:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Both Italy and Germany are EU and Schengen member states. Italian citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Germany 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.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
FCO–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to FRA
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, ITA Airways, China Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and easyJet. With 98 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FCO to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to FRA ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 595 miles (958 km). There are approximately 98 weekly flights outbound and 105 return, totaling 203 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
138 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via NTE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Napoli (NAP) and Firenze (FI) (FLR).