Rome (ROM) to Tokyo (TYO) flights

Do you want to discover the Land of the Rising Sun? With KLM, find the best deals on flights from Rome to Tokyo that allow you to enjoy the intercontinental journey in complete relaxation. Every journey with KLM is a pleasant experience where time flies.

On flights from Rome to Tokyo, there's no shortage of entertainment: you can take advantage of over a thousand hours of free interactive entertainment whenever you want. You'll find a wide collection of movies, TV shows, lots of music, and fun video games at your fingertips. Enjoy the tranquility of the flight to Japan while our cabin crew pampers you with snacks and treats.

When it's time for a hot meal, you can savor the light and flavorful delights of healthy menus served on our flights from Rome to Tokyo and back. Book your ticket now, choose your seat in one of the KLM classes, and get comfortable in the special ergonomic seats that are a pleasure to rest on. Between a nap and a snack, you can stay in touch with your loved ones thanks to the Wi-Fi connection offered on KLM intercontinental flights and arrive at your destination worry-free.

Practical information for flights from Rome to Tokyo

With KLM, you can purchase tickets for flights from Rome to Tokyo, arriving at Narita (NRT) and Haneda (HND) airports. The closest airport to Tokyo is Haneda, which is about a 20-minute journey from the city center. Narita, on the other hand, is approximately 70 km from Tokyo, so travel times are longer.

You can take a taxi to go to the city center from both Narita and Haneda airports; the important thing is to inquire about the fixed fare for the destination in advance, as Tokyo areas are all classified with fixed prices. At the airport exits, there are also shared shuttle services, especially useful if flights from Rome to Tokyo arrive at night.

Amon the other options there are also Keikyū trains and the Tokyo Monorail with stations at terminals 1 and 2. There is also a railway connecting Narita Airport to the center of Tokyo, and you have three options: JR East, Keisei Railways, and Narita Express.

If your journey with flights from Rome to Tokyo continues with a tour of Japan by train, consider the possibility of purchasing the Japan Rail Pass, a convenient pass that will save you money.

Best time to visit Tokyo

In Tokyo, the seasons are like those in our hemisphere, with milder weather in autumn and spring, hot summers, and cold winters. To avoid the rainy season, it's best not to go to Tokyo between June and July and in the month of September. So, if you want to book flights from Rome for the cherry blossom season in Tokyo (between late March and the first week of April), you can do so without worrying about bad weather.

What to Visit in Tokyo?

The capital of Japan is an immense city. To arrive perfectly rested and ready to explore the metropolis, just travel in the fully reclining seats that transform into comfortable beds in KLM Business Class. Once you land in Tokyo, you'll need at least five days to see the main attractions of the city. The must-visit places include:

• Imperial Palace, the residence of the imperial family and an excellent vantage point for cherry blossom viewing.
• Sensoji or Asakusa Kannon, the oldest and most important Buddhist temple complex in the city.
• Ueno, the park with Benten-do Temple and Kiyomizu Kannondo, where you can witness hanami during cherry blossom season.
• Kagurazaka, the charming geisha district.
• Miyazaki's Giant Clock, a sculpture with characters that come to life like in a movie.
• Tokyo Character Street, a shopping paradise for children and anime, manga, and cartoon enthusiasts.
• Tsukiji Fish Market: with the traditional tuna auction and many excellent sushi places.
• Hamarikyu Gardens: a magnificent park with a teahouse and a seawater pond in the center of the city.
• Tokyo Tower, built in 1958 inspired by the Eiffel Tower, offers a breathtaking view of the city of Tokyo.
• Sekiguchi Cathedral, a valuable example of modernist architecture with hyperbolic walls forming a cross.

Frequently Asked Questions about flying from Rome to Tokyo

Where is Tokyo?

Tokyo is the eastern most capital of Asia. It is located on the east coast of Japan, facing the bay where the Tama, Edo, and Sumida rivers flow into.

How to Get Around in Tokyo?

Tokyo is a very extensive area but well-served by transportation. There are subway lines, buses, trains, and taxis connecting different neighborhoods.

How many hours is the flight from Rome to Tokyo?

With KLM, flights from Rome to Tokyo have a duration of about 18 hours and 45 minutes.

What time is it in Tokyo?

To work out the time in Tokyo, simply move the clock forward by eight hours. The time zone reduces during summer when daylight saving time is in effect in Italy. In that case, there is only a seven-hour time difference instead of eight.

What to do in Tokyo?

Besides visiting the classic sites, anyone going to Tokyo should also take the time to explore the Japanese capital with a selection of places that make the trip memorable.

• Taking a nighttime photo of the Rainbow Bridge. The best places to enjoy the charm of the bridge, which lights up with colors at night and stands out against the city skyline, are Odaiba Marine Park, Daiba Parks, and Shibaura Minami Futo.
• Cruising the Sumidagawa River on a yakatabune with dinner included or taking a trip in a wasen, typical single-rowing wooden boats.
• Seeing the Giant Pandas at Ueno Zoo.
• Strolling through the elegant streets with inviting boutiques and restaurants in Jiyugaoka.
• Trying various ramen specialties in restaurants in Shimbashi and Shinjuku or on Tokyo Ramen Street.
• Shopping in shotengai, neighborhood independent shops. Ameyoko and Togoshi Ginza are two famous shotengai shopping streets in Tokyo.

How big is Tokyo?

Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world, resulting from the merger between the former city of Tokyo and Tokyo Prefecture, an area with independent cities that have merged together. The total area covers 2,194 square kilometers.