Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Rome: what you need to know
Beijing Capital International Airport is located in Beijing. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is 7 hours behind Beijing.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from PEK to Rome.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Rome are available for booking. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is where you'll be landing.
Get on board with Air China. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from PEK to Rome. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you have a passport from China, you'll need an embassy visa to enter Italy. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near PEK:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Rome
R 4,515 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,847. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PEK to Rome, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 39 minutes.
It'll take around 51 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
After your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is approximately 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
The trip will take about 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from PEK to Rome:
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome. August is the busiest month to travel to Rome. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from PEK to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are major attractions which should feature on every Rome itinerary.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Rome and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Rome.