Travelling from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Beijing. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) departing from here.
The average time for a direct Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport flight is 11 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Beijing. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from PEK to FCO on Air China's 1:25pm departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Beijing to FCO.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from PEK, you can catch a direct flight from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport with Air China.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between PEK and FCO is Air China.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air China has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Beijing to FCO with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PEK and FCO include:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Travelling from central Beijing to PEK takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
80% of flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from PEK.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, browse these options when heading out from Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to FCO flight:
Beijing Daxing International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 89% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport flight.
Getting from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. It takes around 40 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport is $483. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,021. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Beijing to FCO if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Chase down a great fare on a flight from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
June is the most popular month for flights from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Visit Rome in January for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Beijing to FCO plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica are a couple of big attractions to add to your Rome to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Peter's Square.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Rome. Around 193 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Italy, head for Florence, about 241 kilometres north of Rome. Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery are the start of reasons to visit.