Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome one hour ahead of Birmingham.
Flights from BHX to FCO start at 06:00 — the earliest with Jet2. The last service of the day is at 14:35 with Jet2. Overall, you can take your pick of 11 weekly Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights.
Your BHX to FCO flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jet2 is your gateway to exploring Rome (and perhaps some other great corners of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Jet2 on this route.
Jet2 leads the way as the most punctual carrier for BHX to FCO flights, with 92.86% of its services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BHX and FCO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
₹ 1,652 is currently the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 4,130. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHX to FCO, reserve your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of the flights that depart from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% land on time at their destination.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BHX? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FCO if you're taking a late Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to central Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Rome. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BHX to FCO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Italy just waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north-west of Rome, a trip to Milan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.
