How many Avios from London to Rome?
Reward Flight Saver pricing for London → Rome (FCO) in Economy, Business Class — with exact taxes for 2026.
Verified July 2026
TL;DR
London → Rome on British Airways starts at 13,000 Avios off-peak in Economy, 22,000 in Business. Off-peak dates and the BA Amex 2-4-1 voucher unlock the best value.
BA Avios required for London → Rome
Planning to fly from London to Rome using British Airways Avios? This guide shows exactly how many Avios you need for all cabins, including current taxes for 2026. Whether you're looking at Economy, Business Class — here's the full peak and off-peak breakdown.
Ready to look for actual award seats? Use Award Travel Finder's BA search — or just ask the agent.
Economy
Business (Club World)
Complete Avios Pricing Table for London to Rome
Current 2025 Avios requirements and taxes - One-way prices from London to Rome (FCO)
| Cabin Class | Off-Peak Avios | Off-Peak Taxes | Peak Avios | Peak Taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Economy
World Traveller
|
13,000 | £1 | 14,000 | £1 |
|
Business Class
Club World
|
22,000 | £15 | 24,500 | £15 |
Note: Prices shown are one-way. Double these amounts for return flights. Taxes and charges are per person and may vary slightly.
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Frequently asked questions — London → Rome
How many Avios do I need for a return flight to Rome?
For Economy class, you'll need 26,000 Avios off-peak or 28,000 Avios peak, plus £2-£2 in taxes.
Can I use my companion voucher for Rome?
Yes! British Airways 2-4-1 companion vouchers work on all routes including London to Rome. You can use them in all cabin classes.
When is the best time to book award flights to Rome?
Book exactly 355 days in advance when BA releases new award inventory. For Rome, off-peak dates typically offer the best value and availability. Check multiple dates around your preferred travel period.
Are there any additional fees for booking online?
No booking fees apply when redeeming Avios online through ba.com. The taxes and charges shown above are the only additional costs beyond your Avios.
Just ask the agent.
It'll search BA, Iberia, and oneworld partners for available Avios seats to Rome — and price them in plain English.
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