Travelling from Rome to Chengdu: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Rome. Check out your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when planning your flight from Rome to Chengdu.
Touch down in Chengdu at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Rome to Chengdu.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You will need a visa for China if you hold a passport from Italy and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Rome to Chengdu, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Set off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a nonstop flight from Rome to Chengdu. From FCO, you can fly directly to Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
You'll find a direct flight from Rome to Chengdu with Sichuan Airlines. This top airline offers services from FCO.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from Rome to Chengdu departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 39 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 51 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Rome to Chengdu or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Chengdu. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Chengdu:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
CIA is around 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 42 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Chengdu:
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Rome to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Central Chengdu is about 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Rome to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 31 minutes.
After your flight from Rome to Chengdu, kick back at a hotel close to CTU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Chengdu
Rs83,083 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Chengdu. Return flights start at Rs155,989. These prices can change based on demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from Rome to Chengdu. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Rome to Chengdu across the entire month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from Rome to Chengdu every day.
Play around with filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Rome to Chengdu, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Chengdu. To avoid the crowds, head to Chengdu in February.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Rome to Chengdu in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Chengdu around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chengdu right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Rome to Chengdu:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are major attractions which should be on every Chengdu itinerary.
Complete your Chengdu trip with a car rental
Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Rome to Chengdu. Whether you're looking for an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something with all the extras, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.