How long is the BA551 flight?

The timetable allows 2 h 50 min. Rome to London is 1,445 km (898 mi).

Which terminal does BA551 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and arrives at Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does BA551 have?

Also listed as BAW551 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 551.

Can I get compensation if BA551 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

BA551 Flight Status British Airways: Rome to London (BAW551)

British Airways BA 551

En-Route, Arriving in 1h26'

FCO Rome

Scheduled: 12:10
Actual: 12:10

Terminal: 3 | Gate: E12

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time CET

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

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LHR London

Scheduled: 14:00
Estimated
Delay

Terminal: 5

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time GMT

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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Departed 1h 23m ago · lands in 1h 26m 49%

FCO 12:10 LHR 14:00

710 km (441 mi) flown · 735 km (457 mi) to go

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 1445 km / 898 miles · Scheduled Duration: 02:50 · Typical Duration: 02:10

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BA 551 Flight Status & Schedule British Airways Rome to London

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	FCO	LHR	12:10	14:00	En-Route	Track >
Nov 08	FCO	LHR	13:54	15:26	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 07	FCO	LHR	12:54	14:13	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	FCO	LHR	12:37	13:48	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	FCO	LHR	12:57	14:01	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	FCO	LHR	12:43	13:49	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	FCO	LHR	12:58	14:03	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	FCO	LHR	12:27	13:48	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	FCO	LHR	13:49	15:10	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	FCO	LHR	12:44	13:50	Landed	Track >

British Airways' Rome–London flight covers 1,445 km (898 mi) and runs daily. Its timetable allows 2 h 50 min; in practice it usually takes about 2 h 10 min, so it often makes up time. Today it left on time, at 12:10, and is scheduled to reach London at 14:00.

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About BA 551

Route: Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport FCO to London Heathrow Airport LHR
Distance: 1,445 km (898 mi)
Typical flight time: 2 h 10 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 8 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 21 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 3

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €250 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

BA 551 FAQ

How long is the BA551 flight?: The timetable allows 2 h 50 min. Rome to London is 1,445 km (898 mi).
How often is BA551 late?: 1 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 21 minutes on average.
Which days does BA551 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does BA551 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 3 at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and arrives at Terminal 5 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does BA551 have?: Also listed as BAW551 (British Airways' ICAO code) and BA 551.
Can I get compensation if BA551 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

BA551 and Rome FCO to London LHR Flights

Flight BA551 is code-shared by 3 airlines using the flight numbers JL7148, AA6697, QR9757

Other flights departing from Rome FCO: FR1198, U22983, EC2983, JJ8121

Other flights arriving at London LHR: QR109, BA1331

All flights connecting Rome FCO to London LHR.