Rome to Los Angeles (FCO–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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–LAX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. ITA Airways and ITA Airways lead the route. The flight covers 6,340 miles in approximately 12h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ ITA Airways Also: ET, EY | 7 | 359 | 12h29 | – | SkyTeam | ET, EY |
| ITY ITA Airways | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Rome
| Metric | FCO→LAX | CIA→LAX | NAP→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 18 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 12h 45m | 11h 57m | 12h 38m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 9:00 AM in Los Angeles.
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.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
FCO–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to LAX
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from ITA Airways and ITA Airways. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FCO to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to LAX is about 12 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,340 miles (10,203 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Frankfurt Main, Amsterdam and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rome (CIA) and Napoli (NAP).