Rome to London (FCO–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FCO–LGW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. easyJet leads the route. The flight covers 874 miles in approximately 2h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 110 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 24 | 319, 320 | 2h19-2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Rome
| Metric | FCO→LGW | NAP→LGW | FLR→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 123 mi | 148 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | 27 | 37 |
| Flight time | 2h 19m | 2h 30m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 5:00 PM in London.
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.
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.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
FCO–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to LGW
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FCO to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to LGW ranges from 2 hours 19 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 874 miles (1,406 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
110 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ORY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Napoli (NAP), Firenze (FI) (FLR) and Rimini (RN) (RMI).