Rome to Los Angeles (FCO–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FCO–LAX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. ITA Airways, Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways lead the route. The flight covers 6,340 miles in approximately 13h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 49 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ ITA Airways | 7 | 359 | 13h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 7 | 339 | 13h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 7 | 339 | 13h20 | – | – | – |
| ITY ITY | 2 | 359 | 13h17 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Rome
| Metric | FCO→LAX | CIA→LAX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 18 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 23 | 1 |
| Flight time | 13h 10m | 11h 41m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CET · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 10:00 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, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways and ITY. With 23 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FCO to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to LAX ranges from 13 hours 10 minutes to 13 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,340 miles (10,203 km). There are approximately 23 weekly flights outbound and 23 return, totaling 46 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via SEA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rome (CIA).