Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to Rome: what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of London, where London International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your YXU to Rome flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Located around 10 kilometres from central London, YXU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near YXU? If you've booked an early flight from London International Airport to Rome, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
50.41% of flights leaving from London International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Rome
The best price we've seen for a one-way London International Airport to Rome flight is $986. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,270. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YXU to Rome, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your London International Airport to Rome ticket.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from London International Airport to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and explore Rome and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YXU to Rome.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
After your flight from London International Airport to Rome has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Following your YXU to Rome flight, kick back at a hotel near CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
Travel to Rome during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from London International Airport to Rome in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a London International Airport to Rome flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from YXU to Rome around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London International Airport to Rome, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Trevi Fountain, Colosseum and Roman Forum are top sights which should be on any good Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Naples is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. No journey is complete without dropping by National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.