Travelling from Rome to Tokyo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Rome. Explore your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when searching for a flight from Rome to Tokyo.
Touch down in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
The average duration of a direct flight from Rome to Tokyo is 12 hours 26 minutes. Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo 8 hours ahead of Rome.
With 10 weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Rome to Tokyo with ITA Airways at 14:55. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from FCO to HND is with ITA Airways at 15:30.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Rome to Tokyo.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You don't need a visa for Japan if you hold a passport from Italy and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before organising your cheap flights from Rome to Tokyo, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can reserve a direct flight from Rome to Tokyo taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Begin your journey at FCO and arrive at Haneda Airport (HND).
ITA Airways is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Rome to Tokyo departing from FCO.
We make it simple to plan a flight from Rome to Tokyo that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes about 51 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Split up your flight from Rome to Tokyo with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Tokyo are:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can arrive at CIA from central Rome in approximately 42 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Tokyo:
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel close to HND if you're taking a late flight from Rome to Tokyo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Rome to Tokyo has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 58 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
You'll find some cosy hotels to park your luggage (and yourself) near NRT. Unwind after your flight from Rome to Tokyo at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Tokyo
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Tokyo is ج.م. 18,461. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 24,475. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from Rome to Tokyo by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Rome to Tokyo. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Tokyo. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Tokyo in February.
Before booking a flight from Rome to Tokyo, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Tokyo in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Tokyo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
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