Rome to Lihue, Kauai (FCO–LIH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rome to Lihue, Kauai
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-11h behind 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FCO and LIH, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCO to LIH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~36h
Longest
SEA ~17h 22m LAX ~22h 14m SFO ~35h 20m HND ~36h 39m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
260
Candidates
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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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
FCO → LIH
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
LIH → FCO
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LIH delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-11h
Lihue, Kauai is 11 hours behind Rome.
FCO: CET · LIH: HST

When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 7:00 AM in Lihue, Kauai.
Visa & Entry

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.

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–LIH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rome to Lihue, Kauai route.
Route details
Time difference-11 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: FCO
Full nameRome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport
IATA / ICAOFCO / LIRF
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr49.2M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: LIH
Full nameLihue Airport
IATA / ICAOLIH / PHLI
TimezonePacific/Honolulu
Passengers/yr3.6M
Elevation153 ft / 47 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCO to LIH flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SEA, LAX, SFO and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Lihue, Kauai is 11 hours behind Rome.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via SEA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.