Travelling from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Houston. Check out your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when reserving your flight from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Houston. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome.
Your flight from Houston to FCO won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Houston to FCO. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
IAH is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 78.42% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, browse these options when departing from William P. Hobby Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to FCO flight:
Most flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport make it to their destination as planned. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Follow your own route with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and see more of Rome and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Central Rome is around 14 miles from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is £178. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £412. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Houston to FCO, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). August is the busiest month to travel to Rome. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
Book a Houston to FCO plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Rome to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Your Rome trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church, St. Peter's Square and Sistine Chapel.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Rome. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Piazza del Plebiscito, Walking & Amalfi Coast Tours and National Archaeological Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Italy, head for Florence, about 241 kms (150 miles) north of Rome. Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery are key reasons to visit.