Journey from the UK
How long is the flight to Italy?
About 2h 15m from LondonUnder 3 hoursChecked 22 October 2026
About 2 hours to the north, 2½ hours to Rome and up to 3¼ hours to Sicily. Italy is 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
- Under 3 hours
- 3 to 6 hours
- 6 to 10 hours
- 10 hours or more
RatingUnder 3 hours
Areas covered5 on this page
Most UK airports fly to at least one Italian airport. For the lakes, fly to Milan, Verona or Bergamo; for the Amalfi Coast, fly to Naples.
Flight times from London
- Milan (MXP, LIN), Bergamo (BGY) and Verona (VRN)Under 3 hours
About 2 hours.
- Venice (VCE) and Pisa (PSA)Under 3 hours
About 2 hours.
- Rome (FCO, CIA)Under 3 hours
About 2½ hours.
- Naples (NAP) for Amalfi and SorrentoUnder 3 hours
About 2¾ hours.
- Sardinia (OLB, CAG) and Sicily (CTA, PMO)3 to 6 hours
About 2½ to 3¼ hours.
The journey at a glance
Flight from LondonAbout 2h 15m
Distance1,444 km
Time difference+1 h
Main airportFCO
Straight-line estimate for a direct flight from Heathrow. Real flights often take longer.
Before you go
- Bergamo and Treviso are budget-airline airports, 45 to 60 minutes from Milan and Venice.
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Questions people ask
Is there a time difference with Italy?
Yes: Italy is 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
How long is the flight to Rome from London?
About 2½ hours to Fiumicino or Ciampino.