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Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Flights from Luton to Rome depart on average 94 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
There are 16 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:25, the last at 23:10. The fastest flight covers the 1477 km distance in 2h 25m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1477 km |
Average flight duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Flights per day 94 |
Direct flights 16 |
Fastest flight 2h 25m |
First flight 0:25 |
Last flight 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 25 m
Flights on 23 Sept
1
Distance
1477 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Luton to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Rome will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £24.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 1 flights from Luton to Rome, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 1477 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £178 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £178, while a flight costs an average of £420.
Distance: 1477 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£420 Average Price | £178 Average Price Cheapest | £226 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 34h 26m Average total duration 33h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
4.4 - 8.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Rome:
A coach is £242 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Rome costing on average £420.
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Coach takes on average 33h 56m.
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Rome flights for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:35 Luton | 2h30 | 19:05 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Luton | 2h45 | 20:45 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
![]() | 7:05 Luton | 2h25 | 9:30 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
Official public transport app
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport -> Roma Termini
Four to nine flights operate from Luton to Rome throughout the year, with the highest number of services running during the peak summer months of June, July and August. Only one provider operates a daily direct flight. This direct flight takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes while indirect routes have journey times that vary from 6 hours 30 minutes to 17 hours or longer depending on the timing of connections.
EasyJet offers a direct daily flight from Luton to Rome. It is important to check schedules as the flight's departure time varies from day to day. Wizz Air UK flights from Luton to Rome operate on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, while a summer service is provided by Blue Air. Wizz Air UK and Blue Air flights connect at airports such as Bucharest, Bari, Athens or Tel Aviv.
The daily direct flight operated by easyJet takes around 2 hours 30 minutes. Connecting flights from Luton to Rome take between 6 hours 30 minutes and 17 hours or longer.
Throughout the year, there is one daily direct flight from Luton to Rome, while the number of connecting flights varies from four to nine depending on the day of the week and the time of year.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Rome by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Rome flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Rome Ciampino Airport. Use this guide to compare Luton and Rome airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited duration. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport: Ramps, assistance, toilets.
Rome Ciampino Airport is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Rome Ciampino Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rome Ciampino Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rome Ciampino Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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