Flying from Shanghai to Rome: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Shanghai. Check out your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when booking your flight from Shanghai to Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's primary gateways.
A direct flight from Shanghai to Rome takes an average of 12 hours 42 minutes. The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is 7 hours behind Shanghai.
The busiest route for flights from Shanghai to Rome is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). You can select from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going first thing, the earliest flight from PVG to FCO is the 12:30 China Eastern Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 12:30 with China Eastern Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Shanghai to Rome. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You'll need an embassy visa for Italy if you hold a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Shanghai to Rome, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can get a direct flight from Shanghai to Rome taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Start your journey at PVG and arrive at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
You'll find a direct flight from Shanghai to Rome with China Eastern Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from PVG.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Shanghai to Rome. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes about 49 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Rome, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Rome. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Rome:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The drive from central Shanghai to SHA typically takes 21 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Shanghai to Rome? Unwind in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes around 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 51 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Rome, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Shanghai to Rome has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour and 39 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Shanghai to Rome:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Rome
Right now, C$393 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Rome. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$665. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Shanghai to Rome by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Rome is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Best time to go to Rome
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Shanghai to Rome. August is the busiest month to visit Rome. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai to Rome in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Rome, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just two of the top attractions to add to your Rome must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Roman Forum.
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