Flying from Rome to Tokyo: what you need to know
Begin planning your vacation by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to Tokyo. Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
When working out where to land in Tokyo, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the major entry points.
Around 12 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Rome to Tokyo flight.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo eight hours ahead of Rome.
The busiest route for flights from Rome to Tokyo is from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). You can select from seven weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to HND is the 14:20 ITA Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 15:05 with ITA Airways.
To ensure you don't miss your Rome to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Tokyo
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Rome to Tokyo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Set out from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a nonstop flight from Rome to Tokyo. From FCO, you can fly directly to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND).
ITA Airways is a leading airline that offers direct Rome to Tokyo plane tickets leaving from FCO.
We make it easy to find a Rome to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Rome Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Tokyo, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
78% of flights that leave from Rome Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
You can reach CIA from central Rome in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Tokyo:
Flights from Rome Ciampino Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 86% of them arriving as planned.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Rome to Tokyo. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
As soon as your flight from Rome to Tokyo has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 64 kilometres from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour.
After your flight from Rome to Tokyo, rest your head at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and be off and running.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Rome to Tokyo. April is the most popular month to travel to Tokyo. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
Before locking in your Rome to Tokyo tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Rome to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Tokyo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street are top sights which should be on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Travel around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to tick off its must-visit sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without a visit to Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium.