Hong Kong to Rome (HKG–FCO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HKG–FCO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific leads the route. The flight covers 5,768 miles in approximately 13h. 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 | 13h | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Rome from Hong Kong
| Metric | HKG→FCO | SZX→FCO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HKG | – | 24 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 3 |
| Flight time | 13h | 12h 40m |
Travel Essentials
HKG: HKT · FCO: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong, it's 12:00 PM in Rome.
Hong Kong SAR passport holders enter Italy visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period under the Schengen agreement. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area, with at least 2 blank pages.
The 90/180-day limit applies across all Schengen countries combined. ETIAS pre-authorization will become mandatory for visa-free Schengen travel starting in late 2026.
Airport Express runs from Hong Kong Station (Central) to the airport in 24 minutes; from Kowloon, 21 minutes. Trains depart every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:15am (HK$115 from Central). Hong Kong Station and Kowloon Station offer in-town check-in up to one day before departure.Taxis from Kowloon run around HK$300–350 via the Tsing Ma Bridge; from Hong Kong Island, expect HK$400+. Ferries serve Macau and Pearl River Delta cities. Buses are available but slow. The airport is on Lantau Island, 34km from Central.
Leonardo Express to Roma Termini (32 min, €14) departs from inside the terminal every 30 minutes. Regional FL1 trains cost €8 and serve Trastevere, Ostiense, and Tiburtina; useful if your accommodation is near those stations.Official taxis (white, metered) from FCO to central Rome (within the Aurelian Walls) have a fixed €50 fare regardless of traffic. Agree on the fixed rate before departure. Ciampino (CIA) handles Ryanair and some charter flights; it is 40 minutes east of Rome by bus and a completely separate airport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and dry (28–36°C, June–August) with little rain and intense sunshine. Heat rarely disrupts flights but can make the terminal uncomfortable. Winters are mild (5–13°C) with rain primarily from November through February. Snow in Rome is rare, occurring once every few years, but when it falls the city and airport are largely unprepared. Even light accumulations cause significant disruption.
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons (15–23°C). Sirocco winds from the Sahara occasionally bring warm dusty air and reduced visibility in spring. FCO has little fog risk and generally good flying weather compared to northern European hubs.
HKG–FCO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HKG to FCO
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HKG to FCO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HKG to FCO is about 13 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 İstanbul, Beijing Capital and Zürich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX).