Flights Rome → Boston
FCO → BOS
How long is the flight from Rome to Boston?
The flight from Rome (FCO) to Boston (BOS) takes about 8h 38m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route overview
The flight route operates between Rome and Boston, using Airbus A330 and A330-200 aircraft. The origin airport in Rome has been open since 1947, while the destination airport in Boston serves over 36 million passengers annually.
The Rome (FCO) → Boston (BOS) route is operated by ITA Airways, Delta Air Lines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 14.2/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Boston the average ATFM delay is 5.5 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Rome the average ATFM delay is 2.4 minutes.
Heading to Boston: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Rome (FCO) to Boston (BOS) heads north-west for about 6,570 km, a flight time of roughly 8h 38m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Rome the average ATFM delay is 2.4 min (atfm); arriving into Boston it is 5.5 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines (DL) | 85% | 1 min | 0.8% |
| ITA Airways (AZ) | 45% | 39 min | 0.6% |
Airlines operating FCO-BOS
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Frequently asked questions about FCO-BOS
The flight from Rome (FCO) to Boston (BOS) takes about 8h 38m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: ITA Airways, Delta Air Lines.
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The Rome-Boston route is about 6,570 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €600, barring extraordinary circumstances.
