Rome to Shenzhen (FCO–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
HU438
HU Hainan
789
10:20 AM
CET TT3
5:00 AM+1
CST
11h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
HU437
HU Hainan
789
1:45 AM
CST
7:45 AM
CET
13h
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Rome to Shenzhen
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 5,747 mi 11h 40m nonstop +7h ahead 29 1-stop hubs

FCO–SZX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Hainan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,747 miles in approximately 11h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop FCO–SZX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
HU Hainan Airlines 3 789 11h40
Aircraft on this route
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – HU
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: HU (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, FCO to SZX direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
0
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FCO to SZX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
29
Hubs
~20h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,369
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
Shenzhen is 7 hours ahead of Rome.
FCO: CET · SZX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Shenzhen.
Distance & Flight Time
5,747 mi / 9,249 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 11h 40m.
Visa & Entry

Italian passport holders enter China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days. This unilateral policy covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit. It is valid through December 31, 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

The 30-day count starts the day after entry. Leaving for Hong Kong, Macau, or a neighboring country and returning does not reset the clock. For stays longer than 30 days, apply for a standard visa at a Chinese embassy before travel.

Getting to FCO

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.

Getting from SZX

Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.

Shenzhen Climate

Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.

Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.

FCO–SZX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rome to Shenzhen route.
Route details
Distance5,747 mi / 9,249 km
Flight time11h 40m
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections29 hubs
Origin: FCO
IATA / ICAOFCO / LIRF
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr49.2M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: SZX
IATA / ICAOSZX / ZGSZ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr61.4M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FCO to SZX flights.
Nonstop flights from Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport take approximately 11h 40m. The route covers 5,747 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Hainan Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from FCO to SZX. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PEK, PVG, MCT, CKG, LHR, DXB, BKK, TFU, TPE, MXP, TLV, RUH, BUD, CDG, AMM, VIE, BRU, DOH, FRA, WNZ, SIN, CAI, BCN, AUH, BEY, ICN, LAX, ORD and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Shenzhen is 7 hours ahead of Rome.
Yes, return flights from SZX to FCO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from FCO to SZX

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from Hainan Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

FCO to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FCO to SZX ranges from 11 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,747 miles (9,249 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 20 hours via PEK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.