Flying from Rome to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to Los Angeles. Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's major entry points.
Around 12 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Rome to Los Angeles flight.
Los Angeles is nine hours behind Rome and is in the UTC-8 timezone.
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are seven weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Rome to Los Angeles is with Norse Atlantic Airways at 16:45. Go for the first FCO to LAX departure operated by Norse Atlantic Airways at 06:15 to make the most of your arrival in Los Angeles.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Rome to Los Angeles flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Los Angeles
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Rome to Los Angeles flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Rome to Los Angeles.
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Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can get a direct flight from Rome to Los Angeles jetting off from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Start your journey at FCO and come in for landing at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Reserve your Rome to Los Angeles plane tickets with ITA Airways. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from FCO.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Rome to Los Angeles flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Rome Fiumicino Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
FCO is about 23 kms (14 miles) from central Rome. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rome to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Rome Fiumicino Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
CIA is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Rome. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Los Angeles:
Flights from Rome Ciampino Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 86% of them arriving as planned.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 19 kms (12 miles) from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
Book a hotel close to LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your Rome to Los Angeles flight.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Central Los Angeles is located around 27 kms (17 miles) from Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Rome to Los Angeles has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Rome to Los Angeles:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and be off and running.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from VNY ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, head to Los Angeles in March.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Rome to Los Angeles ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Rome to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Los Angeles, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are essential stops on your Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kms (110 miles) southeast of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another essential stop in the United States and is around 499 kms (310 miles) northwest of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.


