Rome to Manchester, Greater Manchester (FCO–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
FCO–MAN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Jet2, easyJet and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 1,042 miles in approximately 3h. Beyond nonstop, 88 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS Jet2 | 6 | 73H | 3h17 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 5 | 320 | 3h | – | – | – |
| FR Ryanair | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Rome
| Metric | FCO→MAN | CIA→MAN | NAP→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 18 mi | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 14 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h | 2h 55m | 2h 55m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CET · MAN: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 5:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
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.
Rail from Manchester Airport station (between Terminals 1/2 and 3, connected by free shuttle bus) to Manchester Piccadilly takes 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak). Metrolink tram is slower (55 min) but cheaper and connects to suburbs not served by rail. Long-distance trains depart directly from the airport station to Liverpool (55 min), Leeds (80 min), and other northern cities.Taxis from arrivals cost £25–40 to the city centre; Uber operates from a designated zone. The Skylink bus connects all three terminals. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Among the wettest of any major UK airport. Rain is possible in any month. Manchester averages over 200 rainy days per year. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with occasional fog delaying operations and infrequent but disruptive snow. Summers are mild at 18–24°C with unpredictable showers.
Wind from the west and southwest is the most common operational disruption. Rare but severe winter ice events can cause significant delays. Pack waterproofs year-round. A warm layer is useful even in August.
FCO–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to MAN
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair, Jet2 and easyJet. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FCO to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to MAN ranges from 3 hours 0 minutes to 3 hours 17 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,042 miles (1,678 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
88 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via FMM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Rome (CIA) and Napoli (NAP).