Travelling from Rome to Shanghai: what you need to know
Rome is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Shanghai departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
Hop off your plane in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
Take a direct Rome to Shanghai flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 5 minutes.
Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Rome and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Rome to Shanghai with China Eastern Airlines at 20:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from FCO to PVG is with China Eastern Airlines at 22:00.
Leave plenty of time to make your Rome to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Shanghai
To secure cheap Rome to Shanghai flights, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
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Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can catch a direct flight from Rome to Shanghai jetting off from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Begin your journey at FCO and come in for landing at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG).
China Eastern Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Rome to Shanghai plane tickets leaving from FCO.
We make it simple to book a Rome to Shanghai flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Rome Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Take some time to recharge during your Rome to Shanghai flight with a stopover. Manchester Airport (MAN) is a popular option between Rome Ciampino Airport and Shanghai.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Shanghai:
The majority of flights that leave Rome Ciampino Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Shanghai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Shanghai's usual tourist stops.
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the best deal. If you're going away during a busy period, you may want to book your Rome to Shanghai flight even earlier.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Rome to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near SHA. Kick back after your Rome to Shanghai flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz and start exploring right away.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from SHA ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when demand is high.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Shanghai. To escape the crowds, visit Shanghai in March.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Rome to Shanghai ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap flights from Rome to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Shanghai, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are must-visits when exploring Shanghai.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres to the west, check out popular attractions including Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.
Suzhou is another standout destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without dropping by Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road.