Flying from Rome to Beijing: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when searching for a flight from Rome to Beijing.
Touch down in Beijing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
The average time for a direct Rome to Beijing flight is 10 hours 10 minutes.
Beijing is seven hours ahead of Rome and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Rome to Beijing with Air China at 19:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from FCO to PEK is with Air China at 20:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Rome to Beijing flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
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)
Jet off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a nonstop flight from Rome to Beijing. From FCO, you can fly straight to 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.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Rome to Beijing flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
70.57% of flights that take off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport touch down 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 freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and Beijing include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 13 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to Beijing? Unwind in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
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 around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Beijing. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore corners of Beijing that most visitors tend to miss. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book your Rome to Beijing flight even earlier.
The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is located around 40 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). After your flight from Rome to Beijing has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up 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
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Beijing, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.
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.