Flights to Rome

Your flight time to Rome depends on where you’re flying from and which airport you’re landing in. A journey from New York to Rome will take just over eleven hours including a connection in London, while Los Angeles to Rome takes just over 14 hours with a connection.

You can fly to Rome from a number of US cities. Flights with British Airways include a connection at either London Heathrow or London Gatwick.

The most popular time to visit is during the city’s spring and summer months, so you can avoid the crowds and sweltering temperatures by booking your flights during the autumn or winter.

You can make a trip to Rome fit any budget. You can explore the city by foot, as many of its iconic sights are within walking distance of each other. For affordable dining, try local trattorias or street food venues serving traditional Roman dishes like fried rice balls known as suppli, and pizza al taglio – pizza by the slice. Rome also has water fountains around every corner, so take a refillable bottle for a cost-effective and eco-friendly experience. Lastly, take advantage of free attractions, such as its many churches and the beautiful parks, like Villa Borghese, to make the most of your visit without breaking the bank. For the sights that aren’t free, students with valid student IDs may be able to save on entry fees.

Once you touch down at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), you’re only a short journey away from the action. The train takes about 30 minutes to the city centre, while the airport shuttle bus to Termini Station takes around 45 minutes. Taxis can easily be found outside the airport terminal and can get you to the city centre in about 30 minutes. 

You can also hire a car with British Airways if you want to see more of what Italy has to offer. You’ll receive great benefits, with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support, plus you’ll collect Avios points on every rental.

Visit Rome for its captivating mix of ancient architecture and vibrant street art, which can be spotted across the city. Rome’s lively markets, like the Campo de’ Fiori and Testaccio Market, offer fresh produce and local delicacies. Rome also takes the title of the city with the most churches in the world – with over 900 to discover – so expect to see them on almost every street. Visit the Basilica di San Clemente, a three-tiered complex showcasing the layers of Rome’s history, with its 12th-century basilica and the ancient Roman house and Mithraic temple beneath. Then walk along Via Appia Antica, one of Rome’s oldest roads, and see the ancient ruins and tombs that line it.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders do not need a visa to visit Italy. UK passports must have at least three months' validity beyond the end of your visit. If you hold a passport from a country or territory outside of these areas, you may need to apply for a visa before you travel. You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to at the IATA Travel Centre.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Choose to fly with hand baggage only or pick a price that includes a 23kg checked baggage allowance and free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering and a warm, uniquely British welcome.

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.