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LHR to FCO Turbulence Forecast

Is the London to Rome flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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LHR
→
FCO
London · Rome · 2h 30m
35
Turb Score
2h 30m
Duration
774 nm
Distance
31,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LHR–FCO

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About the LHR–FCO route

The London to Rome route is a short European hop covering just 891 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 31,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.

The route is served by British Airways, Ryanair, easyJet on Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 31,000 feet over a distance of 891 miles (774 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.

Turbulence levels on LHR–FCO

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LHR–FCO

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LHR–FCO

Airbus A320

Front
Rows 1–13
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 14–22
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 23+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the London to Rome flight turbulent?
The LHR–FCO route typically experiences light turbulence. Light turbulence may occur — mostly smooth with occasional bumps. The turbulence score for this route is 35/100.
When is turbulence worst on LHR to FCO?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on LHR to FCO?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LHR to FCO?
The LHR to FCO flight takes approximately 2h 30m, covering 891 miles (774 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LHR to FCO?
The main airlines operating this route are British Airways, Ryanair, easyJet, flying Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft.