Rome to Tel Aviv (FCO–TLV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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FCO–TLV is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. El Al, ITA Airways and AeroWorld lead the route. The flight covers 1,416 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LY El Al Also: AR, SK, TP | 20 | 738, 739 | 3h20 | – | – | AR, SK, TP |
| AZ ITA Airways | 15 | 32Q | 3h05-3h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| W4 AeroWorld | 15 | 32Q | 3h15-3h30 | – | – | – |
| IZ arkia | 4 | 320 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
| 6H Israir Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tel Aviv from Rome
| Metric | FCO→TLV | NAP→TLV |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from FCO | – | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 79 | 13 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 2h 55m |
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · TLV: IDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 7:00 PM in Tel Aviv.
Italian passport holders enter Israel visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. Since January 1, 2025, all visa-exempt travelers must obtain an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) before departure through israel-entry.piba.gov.il. The ETA-IL costs 25 ILS (about 7 EUR) and is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry.
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.
FCO–TLV Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to TLV
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) are connected by nonstop service from El Al, ITA Airways, AeroWorld, arkia and Israir Airlines. With 79 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FCO to TLV Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to TLV is about 3 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,416 miles (2,278 km). There are approximately 79 weekly flights outbound and 110 return, totaling 189 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Rhodes, Athens Eleftherios Venizelos and Catania-Fontanarossa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Napoli (NAP).