Flying from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Rome. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) departing from here.
Hop on a direct Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours 45 minutes.
Seoul is eight hours ahead of Rome. Seoul Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul, which runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Korean Air at 10pm. Go for the first FCO to ICN departure operated by Asiana Airlines at 6pm if you'd rather not wait around.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to ICN. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can find a direct flight from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
At FCO, there's a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport, including:
Asiana Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from FCO to ICN.
With 65.79% of services arriving as scheduled, Asiana Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rome to ICN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights leaving Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is a popular option between Rome Ciampino Airport and ICN.
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your Rome to ICN flight:
Rome Ciampino Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
About Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Have a late flight from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near ICN and turn in quicker:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Seoul Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
From Seoul Incheon International Airport, central Seoul is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
262 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport. Return flights start at 479 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rome to ICN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
September is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), while February is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Rome to ICN plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Seoul Incheon International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored after you've experienced Seoul. Around 257 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Modern Art Statue, Jung-gu District and Alive Aquarium Daegu.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in South Korea, consider Daejeon, about 153 kilometres southeast of Seoul. National Science Museum, Temi Park and Yuseong Hot Springs are key highlights.