Rome to London (FCO–LCY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rome to London
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 883 mi 2h 35m nonstop -1h behind 18 1-stop hubs

FCO–LCY is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. ITA Airways leads the route. The flight covers 883 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FCO–LCY service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AZ ITA Airways Also: AR, CI, ET, FB, MU 0 – – – SkyTeam AR, CI, ET, FB, MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: AZ (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCO to LCY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,547
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach London from Rome

Nearby airports with service to London City Airport.
Metric FCO→LCY FLR→LCY
Distance from FCO – 148 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 0 13
Flight time 2h 35m 2h 10m
Firenze (FI) (FLR) to London flights
Airports within 200 miles of FCO with service to London City Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
London is 1 hour behind Rome.
FCO: CEST · LCY: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 5:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
883 mi / 1,421 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 35m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to FCO

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.

Facts

FCO–LCY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rome to London route.
Route details
Distance883 mi / 1,421 km
Flight time2h 35m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: FCO
Full nameRome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport
IATA / ICAOFCO / LIRF
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr49.2M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: LCY
Full nameLondon City Airport
IATA / ICAOLCY / EGLC
TimezoneEurope/London
Elevation19 ft / 6 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCO to LCY flights.
Nonstop flights from Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport to London City Airport take approximately 2h 35m. The route covers 883 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: ITA Airways. Plus 5 codeshare partners.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GVA, FLR, IBZ, LIN, ZRH, DUB, GLA, BER, AMS, NCE, LUX, BCN, MAD, FRA, RTM, EDI, PMI and AGP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 1 hour behind Rome.
Yes, return flights from LCY to FCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include FLR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from FCO to LCY

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and London City Airport (LCY) are connected by nonstop service from ITA Airways.

FCO to LCY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FCO to LCY ranges from 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 883 miles (1,421 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via GVA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Firenze (FI) (FLR).