Flying from Rome to Tokyo: what you need to know
Rome has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Tokyo departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's primary gateways.
Around 12 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Rome to Tokyo flight.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is eight hours ahead of Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are seven departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Rome to Tokyo is with ITA Airways at 15:05. Opt for the first FCO to HND departure with ITA Airways at 14:20 to maximise your time in Tokyo.
To ensure you make your Rome to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Tokyo
To secure cheap Rome to Tokyo flights, book your journey two months before your departure.
May is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Rome to Tokyo. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a nonstop flight from Rome to Tokyo. From FCO, you can fly straight to Haneda Airport (HND).
Reserve your Rome to Tokyo plane tickets with ITA Airways. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from FCO.
We make it simple to find a Rome to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
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.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Tokyo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
70.57% of flights that leave from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can reach CIA from central Rome in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to Tokyo, kick back in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Rome to Tokyo. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience more of Tokyo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your Rome to Tokyo flight.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to Tokyo, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Rome to Tokyo:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make collecting a Narita International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can help you lock in a better rate.
Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Tokyo. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Tokyo in February.
Lock in a Rome to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Rome to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should feature on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.