Rome to Hong Kong (FCO–HKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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FCO–HKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific leads the route. The flight covers 5,768 miles in approximately 11h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 5 | 359 | 11h | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · HKG: HKT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Hong Kong.
Italian passport holders enter Hong Kong visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 1 month beyond the intended departure date from Hong Kong. Bring proof of onward travel and sufficient funds for the stay.
Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.
Airport Express runs to Hong Kong Station (Central) in 24 minutes for HK$115, departing every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:02am. Octopus card discounts apply. Passengers can check bags in at the airport and retrieve them at Hong Kong or Kowloon Station.Taxis to Kowloon cost HK$250–350; to Hong Kong Island, HK$350–450. Ferry services connect to Macau (1 hr, HK$175–220) and Guangzhou/Shenzhen. The Ferry Terminal is in the airport building; no need to leave the terminal. Buses are slower but serve districts not near the MTR.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Typhoon season (June–October) is the primary disruption risk. The airport operates a T1/T3/T8 signal system and closes for Category T8 or above. Typhoons can arrive with 24–48 hours warning and typically pass in 12–24 hours. Check signals before departure during this window.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (12–20°C), ideal for flying. Spring brings fog and low cloud (March–April) that reduces runway visibility. Summer heat and humidity (30–34°C) are moderated at the airport by its coastal location on Lantau Island.
FCO–HKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to HKG
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FCO to HKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to HKG is about 11 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,768 miles (9,282 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Zürich and İstanbul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.