The flight distance from Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) in Rome, Italy to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 11,063 kilometers (6,874 miles / 5,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Italy with CX. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:35 in Rome, it's 08:35 in Christmas Island. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Rome (FCO) follows a heading of 311° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) and Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.