Travelling from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) to Rome: what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is eight hours behind Tokyo, where Tokyo Narita International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your NRT to Rome flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from NRT to Rome with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
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NRT is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a hotel near NRT? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo Narita International Airport to Rome, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
73% of flights departing from Tokyo Narita International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) to Rome
R 5,728 is currently the best price for a one-way Tokyo Narita International Airport to Rome flight. Return plane tickets start at R 11,891. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from NRT to Rome, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
Book a hotel close to FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo Narita International Airport to Rome. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Reserving your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before your flight from NRT to Rome can help you get the best possible rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Tokyo Narita International Airport to Rome has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
Travelling by public transport will take around 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your NRT to Rome flight:
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from CIA one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo Narita International Airport to Rome. To escape the crowds, visit Rome in December.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Tokyo Narita International Airport to Rome plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from NRT to Rome in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo Narita International Airport to Rome, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rome. Around 483 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Naples is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. No journey is complete without experiencing Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.