Travelling from Taipei to Rome: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Taipei. Check out your options departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when organising your flight from Taipei to Rome.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's primary gateways.
Book a direct Taipei to Rome flight and you'll be flying for an average of 14 hours 30 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, making Rome seven hours behind Taipei.
The most popular route for flights from Taipei to Rome is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). You can choose from three services every week between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from TPE to FCO is the 23:25 China Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final scheduled service is at 23:45 with China Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Taipei to Rome flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
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Flying from Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Take off from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) on a nonstop flight from Taipei to Rome. From TPE, you can fly straight to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Reserve your Taipei to Rome plane tickets with China Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from TPE.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Rome, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% land on schedule at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is about 5 kilometres from central Taipei. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Taipei to Rome, take it easy in one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 91.15% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Taipei to Rome. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Grab a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your Taipei to Rome flight.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
The centre of Rome is about 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA). After your flight from Taipei to Rome has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CIA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Taipei to Rome:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make picking up a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Rome. To skip the crowds, go to Rome in January.
When booking your Taipei to Rome tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Taipei to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Taipei to Rome, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are attractions you won't want to skip in Rome.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Rome, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to tick off its top sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.