Flying from London International Airport (YXU) to Rome: what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is 5 hours ahead of London, where London International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from YXU to Rome.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
You don't need a visa for Italy if you hold a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before organizing your flight tickets from London International Airport to Rome, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
The journey from central London to YXU takes around 53 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from London International Airport to Rome? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YXU:
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Rome
C$474 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London International Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,011. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YXU to Rome if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from London International Airport to Rome is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome is around 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 51 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you're catching a late flight from London International Airport to Rome. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from London International Airport to Rome has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 39 minutes.
After your flight from YXU to Rome, rest your head at a hotel close to CIA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London International Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from London International Airport to Rome for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from YXU to Rome around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rome
After locking in your flight from London International Airport to Rome, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Rome to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Rome and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from London International Airport to Rome.