FCO to LHR Route Guide
Rome, Italy → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
LIRF (Rome, Italy) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 780 NM (1,445 km / 898 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 322° (NW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 3h 7m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
780 NM
1,445 km / 898 mi
Initial Bearing
322° (NW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
3h 7m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,840 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
15 ft
LIRF
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 780 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying FCO-LHR should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between FCO and LHR?
780 nautical miles (1,445 km / 898 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Rome to London?
Approximately 3h 7m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly FCO-LHR?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
322° true (NW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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