Travelling from Rome to Beijing: what you need to know
Rome is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Beijing flying out of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Hop off your plane in Beijing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
The average duration of a direct Rome to Beijing flight is 10 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are seven flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Rome to Beijing is with Air China at 20:55. Go for the first FCO to PEK departure with Air China at 19:50 to maximise your time in Beijing.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Rome to Beijing flight.
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Beijing
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Rome to Beijing flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can get a direct flight from Rome to Beijing leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Begin your journey at FCO and come in for landing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Secure your Rome to Beijing plane tickets with Air China. This carrier is a popular choice for direct flights from FCO.
We make it a cinch to book a Rome to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Rome to Beijing? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your Rome to Beijing flight with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and Beijing are:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
CIA is about 14 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to Beijing, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of flights leaving Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is approximately 26 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Beijing. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Start your adventure sooner with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that don't always get the spotlight.
Increase the odds of scoring the best deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good move.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
After your flight from Rome to Beijing has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Beijing is approximately 40 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Rome to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
April is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Beijing. To avoid the crowds, go to Beijing in February.
Before locking in your Rome to Beijing tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap flights from Rome to Beijing around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Rome to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Beijing.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Tai'an is another must-experience destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without a visit to Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.