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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.Rs85,573 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs85,573, select.
Shanghai.Rs88,566 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs88,566, select.
Shanghai.Rs91,442 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs91,442, select.
Shanghai.Rs91,558 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs91,558, select.
Shanghai.Rs91,671 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs91,671, select.
Shanghai.Rs92,638 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs92,638, select.
Shanghai.Rs97,348 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,348, select.
Shanghai.Rs101,625 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs101,625, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from Rs101,625
Sep
from Rs85,573
Oct
from Rs92,638
Nov
from Rs97,348
Dec
from Rs91,442
Jan
from Rs88,566
Feb
from Rs91,558
Mar
from Rs91,671
Apr
from Rs118,907
May
from Rs118,907
Jun
from Rs131,860
Jul
from Rs152,463

Direct flights from Rome to Shanghai

Alternative Rome to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Rome to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Rome to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs85,573
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineAerolineas Argentinas
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Shanghai is Rs146,279. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Shanghai.
Aerolineas Argentinas and China Eastern fly direct from Rome to Shanghai.
As of August 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Rome to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Shanghai is usually October.
If you're flying from Rome, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Hongqiao – which is 13.8 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from Rs146,279.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Shanghai on Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 7 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Wizz Air Malta. And the cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai Pudong Airport is China Eastern.

Flying from Rome to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Rome to Shanghai. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's major entry points.

  • Jump on a direct Rome to Shanghai flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 5 minutes.

  • Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Rome and is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Rome to Shanghai with China Eastern Airlines at 20:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from FCO to PVG is with China Eastern Airlines at 22:00.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your Rome to Shanghai flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Shanghai

  • Book eight months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Rome to Shanghai flights.

  • Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Rome to Shanghai. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from Rome to Shanghai.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Rome to Shanghai flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • You can book a direct flight from Rome to Shanghai taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Start your trip at FCO and land at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).

  • Check out the deals with China Eastern Airlines. This carrier offers direct Rome to Shanghai plane tickets out of FCO.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Rome to Shanghai flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • FCO is about 23 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Shanghai, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:

  • When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • Break up your Rome to Shanghai flight with a stop at Manchester Airport (MAN). One of the main stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and Shanghai, it's a great opportunity to take a moment to relax.

  • CIA is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to Shanghai? Kick back in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Central Shanghai is located around 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). As soon as your flight from Rome to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • After your flight from Rome to Shanghai, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Crank up the music and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz and begin discovering new places right away.

  • Get your ideal vehicle, not just whatever's left, by booking your ride from SHA before your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during peak travel times.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Rome to Shanghai. April is the most popular month for a trip to Shanghai. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • Book a Rome to Shanghai ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Shanghai to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from Rome to Shanghai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in China, consider Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rome to Shanghai

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