Travelling from Rome to Chengdu: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when booking your flight from Rome to Chengdu.
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's chief entry points.
Around 11 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Rome to Chengdu flight.
Chengdu is seven hours ahead of Rome and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
With five flights a week between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Rome to Chengdu with Sichuan Airlines at 12:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from FCO to TFU is with Sichuan Airlines at 12:35.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up 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 Rome to Chengdu flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Chengdu
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Rome to Chengdu flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Rome to Chengdu across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can catch a direct flight from Rome to Chengdu taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Start your trip at FCO and arrive at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Sichuan Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Rome to Chengdu plane tickets leaving from FCO.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Rome to Chengdu flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
FCO is around 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to Chengdu or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
CIA is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Chengdu:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.18%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Rome to Chengdu, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Central Chengdu is around 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Rome to Chengdu has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CTU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Rome to Chengdu:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport can be found at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
January is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Chengdu, while April is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Chengdu based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Rome to Chengdu ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from Rome to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chengdu right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Rome to Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Chengdu travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
Chengdu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.