Traveling from Los Angeles to Rome: what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Los Angeles to Rome. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the main airports in Los Angeles.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Rome, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the major entry points.
11 hours 49 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles to Rome. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is 8 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
The most popular route for flights from Los Angeles to Rome is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Choose from 8 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going first thing, the earliest flight from LAX to FCO is the 15:15 ITA Airways service. If you prefer traveling later, the final departure is at 16:25 with ITA Airways.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Los Angeles to Rome. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you have a passport from United States and are traveling to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Rome.
Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Take off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Rome. From LAX, you can land directly at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You'll find a direct flight from Los Angeles to Rome with ITA Airways. This leading airline operates departures from LAX.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to Rome. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes approximately 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Rome, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Los Angeles to Rome, browse these options when leaving from Los Angeles International Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometers or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your flight from Los Angeles to Rome:
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometers from the center of Rome. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 39 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 51 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to FCO if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is roughly 18 kilometers from central Rome. Once you've disembarked your flight from Los Angeles to Rome, expect a drive time of approximately 42 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
Traveling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 39 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Los Angeles to Rome:
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Rome
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Rome is AED 799. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,443. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 2 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Rome.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles to Rome is October. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Rome. To escape the crowds, visit Rome in February.
Before booking a flight from Los Angeles to Rome, think about the kind of weather you like best. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Rome in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Rome, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are highlights which should be on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
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