Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Rome: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Rome and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour ahead of London, where Stansted Airport is located.
Stansted Airport (STN) to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is the most traveled route, with 44 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from STN to CIA is with Ryanair at 18:30. Opt for the first departure with Ryanair at 06:00 if you want to get going early.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from STN to Rome.
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) will be where your journey ends.
Keep an eye out for offers from Ryanair. This carrier operates direct flights from Stansted Airport to Rome.
We make it easy to plan a flight from STN to Rome with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
If you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Stansted Airport to Rome.
The journey from central London to STN takes approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to STN? If you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Rome
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stansted Airport to Rome is $49. The cheapest price for a return flight is $97. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from STN to Rome.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Stansted Airport to Rome. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Locking in a cheap ticket from STN to Rome is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Stansted Airport to Rome, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 51 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you're catching a late flight from Stansted Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). After your flight from Stansted Airport to Rome has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 42 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near CIA. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from STN to Rome at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Rome. August is the most popular month to visit Rome. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Stansted Airport to Rome in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from STN to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Stansted Airport to Rome, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are popular attractions which should feature on every Rome itinerary.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Stansted Airport to Rome to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you everything you need to know about car rentals in Rome, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.