Rome to Seoul (FCO–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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FCO–ICN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. T'way Air, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air lead the route. The flight covers 5,571 miles in approximately 11h 12m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TW T'way Air | 7 | 332 | 11h24 | – | – | – |
| OZ Asiana Airlines | 4 | 77L | 10h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| KE Korean Air | 3 | 359 | 11h12 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Seoul.
Italian passport holders enter South Korea visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. The K-ETA requirement is suspended for Italian citizens through December 31, 2026. No advance authorization is needed during this period. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
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.
AREX Direct Train to Seoul Station (43 min, ₩11,000) is a reserved-seat express. The All-Stop train serves Hongik University, City Hall, and other inner-city stations (66 min, ₩4,550). T2 passengers board at a dedicated T2 stop before T1; don't exit early. City Check-in at Seoul Station allows bag drop and boarding pass printing before the train for select airlines.Limousine buses serve major hotel zones and neighborhoods (₩16,000–18,000). Taxis from ICN to central Seoul cost ₩65,000–90,000; use only official orange (general) or black (deluxe) cabs from the designated stands. KakaoTaxi (ride-hail) operates from the airport.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and dry (−8 to 2°C, December–February) with occasional snow and wind chill. ICN handles snow well, though heavy falls delay operations. Summer monsoon (Changma) runs late June through July with heavy continuous rain. Typhoons can affect operations August–September with short notice.
Spring brings Yellow Dust (hwangsa) from China. Fine particulate storms reduce visibility and occasionally disrupt flights in March–April. Autumn (October–November) is the best flying season: clear skies, low humidity, 8–18°C. Pack layers for spring and fall. Summer is hot and humid (25–32°C).
FCO–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to ICN
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from T'way Air, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
FCO to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to ICN is about 11 hours 12 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,571 miles (8,964 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Beijing Capital, Munich and Vienna. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.