Travelling from Rome to Shanghai: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Rome to Shanghai. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the two main airports in Rome.
When it comes to working out where to land in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the chief entry points.
A direct flight from Rome to Shanghai takes on average 11 hours 26 minutes. The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is 7 hours ahead of Rome.
The busiest route for flights from Rome to Shanghai is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). You can select from 10 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to PVG is the 20:15 China Eastern Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 22:00 with China Eastern Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Rome to Shanghai. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
To travel to China for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from Italy. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap flight from Rome to Shanghai.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Rome to Shanghai, you can catch one from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Fly from FCO to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) without making any stops.
China Eastern Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Rome to Shanghai departing from FCO.
We make it easy to book a flight from Rome to Shanghai that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 51 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Shanghai, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Shanghai. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Shanghai:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can get to CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Rome to Shanghai? Check in to a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes around 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel near PVG if you're catching a late flight from Rome to Shanghai. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Rome to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
After your flight from Rome to Shanghai, kick back at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Shanghai
Rs78,217 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Shanghai. A return flight starts at Rs151,078. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from Rome to Shanghai, reserve your journey 3 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Rome to Shanghai is November. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, visit Shanghai in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Rome to Shanghai in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Shanghai sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Rome to Shanghai:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
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