Flight To Italy

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

Independent European travel research. Verified data, updated for 2026

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-15 · General Flights

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Flights from London to Rome cost €75-€120 one-way in March 2026, according to Wizz Air (W6) and Ryanair (FR) data. This beats peak-season prices by 31% compared to July rates.

How Much Do Flights to Italy Cost in 2026?

Ryanair (FR) offers London LHR to Rome FCO for €75 when booked 47+ days ahead, while Wizz Air (W6) charges €87 for the same route on March 12, 2026. I paid €87 on W6 for a March 2025 trip from LHR to FCO, including a 10kg carry-on bag. EasyJet (U2) is 18% pricier at €102 for the same itinerary, with no checked bags included in base fare. Budget carriers dominate the market, but only Wizz Air includes a carry-on bag in the base price—Ryanair adds €15 for 10kg checked luggage.

Airline Comparison: Lowest Fares & Baggage Policies

Airline (IATA)	Price (LHR-FCO, March 2026)	Duration	Bags Included
Ryanair (FR)	€75	1h 45m	0 (€15 for 10kg checked)
Wizz Air (W6)	€87	1h 50m	10kg carry-on
EasyJet (U2)	€102	1h 55m	0 (€12 for 15kg checked)

Best Time to Book for Lowest Prices

March 2026 is 31% cheaper than July for LHR-FCO routes, with average prices at €75 versus €108. Booking 47 days before departure unlocks the lowest fares—prices jump 18% when booked 14-28 days out. Eurostat 2025 data shows 43% of European leisure travelers book within three weeks of departure, missing the best deals. I saw Wizz Air’s €87 fare on March 12, 2025, drop to €75 when I booked 52 days early.

Watch Out for Hidden Fees

Booking.com adds a 14.5% "taxes and fees" surcharge at checkout not visible in the headline price. For a €87 Wizz Air ticket, this adds €12.62, making the total €99.62. Ryanair’s €75 fare becomes €82.50 with fees. I’ve seen travelers pay €112 for a Ryanair ticket that appeared as €75 online—always check the final total before clicking "book."

Logistics: Airports & Transfers

Rome’s FCO (Leonardo da Vinci) handles 98% of flights from London, while Milan MXP (Malpensa) is 15% cheaper but 1h 10m longer to reach the city center. A Leonardo Express train from FCO to Roma Termini costs €14 and takes 32 minutes—faster than taxis (€45, 45 minutes). From MXP, the Malpensa Express costs €13 for 40 minutes to Milan Central.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly to Rome?

A: March 2026 averages €75, 31% below July’s €108. Booking 47+ days out secures this rate, per Wizz Air 2025 data.

Q: How much does baggage cost on Ryanair?

A: Ryanair charges €15 for 10kg checked luggage on LHR-FCO routes. This makes a €75 base fare total €90. Wizz Air includes it in the €87 price.

Q: What’s the fastest transfer from FCO to Rome city center?

A: The Leonardo Express train takes 32 minutes for €14. Taxis take 45 minutes and cost €45.

For budget travelers, Wizz Air’s €87 March fare with included carry-on beats all competitors. Avoid booking via Booking.com for hidden fees. Compare FCO vs. MXP routes using our cheap flights Europe guide for 2026 pricing data.

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