Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Rome: what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1. The city is 7 hours behind Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from HKG to Rome. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to plan a flight from HKG to Rome with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
If you hold a passport from China, you'll need an embassy visa to visit Italy. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong, HKG can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 44 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near HKG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Rome
$358 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $576. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HKG to Rome if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome is about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 51 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near FCO if you're catching a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Central Rome is around 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). Once your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 42 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from HKG to Rome:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Rome in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from HKG to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Rome right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Rome:
Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Rome itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Roman Forum.
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