Travelling from Beijing to Rome: what you need to know
Beijing is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Rome flying out of Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are Rome's chief entry points.
Around 11 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Beijing to Rome flight.
Rome is seven hours behind Beijing and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are seven weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Beijing to Rome is with Air China at 13:45. Choose the first PEK to FCO departure with Air China at 13:25 to make the most of your first day in Rome.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Beijing to Rome flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Rome
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Beijing to Rome flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Depart from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) on a nonstop flight from Beijing to Rome. From PEK, you can land directly at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Reserve your Beijing to Rome plane tickets with Air China. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from PEK.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Beijing to Rome flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Munich Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Located around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Beijing Capital Airport:
Beijing Capital Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from PEK land on time.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Beijing to Rome flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Beijing Daxing Airport and Rome:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
You can reach PKX from central Beijing in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Beijing Daxing Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Rome:
The majority of flights that depart Beijing Daxing Airport reach their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 87%.
Arriving in Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kms (14 miles) from the centre of Rome. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 40 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Rome. Book one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Rome Fiumicino Airport about three weeks in advance of your Beijing to Rome flight.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is around 14 kms (9 miles) from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). As soon as your flight from Beijing to Rome has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Beijing to Rome:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Rome Ciampino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Sicily by Car or Surprice and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from Beijing to Rome. To skip the crowds, visit Rome in March.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Beijing to Rome ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Rome in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Rome, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Hill are top sights which should feature on any good Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Italy you'll want to see. About 483 kms (300 miles) northwest of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Italy, consider Naples, about 193 kms (120 miles) southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and San Carlo Theatre are the start of reasons to visit.