ITA Airways starts its first ever Rome – Bangkok direct flight, a new and easy connection between the two capitals. The inaugural flight, AZ 758, landed in Bangkok on Sunday 17 November, a major milestone for the airline as it expands its international network.
The flight is operated by ITA Airways’ Airbus A330neo aircraft and will run 5 times a week. Departure from Bangkok is at 12:15 PM and arrival in Rome at 7:00 PM local time. Return flight departs Rome at 3:15 PM and arrives in Bangkok at 7:40 AM local time.
This new service offers more travel opportunities for passengers flying between Italy and Thailand, two major tourist and business destinations. It’s the only direct flight between the two cities, reducing travel time and making the journey between Southeast Asia and Europe smoother.
Modern Comfort and Technology
The Airbus A330neo used on this route features the Airspace cabin designed for maximum comfort with spacious seating, modern lighting and latest entertainment systems. Business Class passengers have fully reclining seats, while Premium Class and Economy Class have extra comfort options. All passengers can enjoy Wi-Fi, in-flight entertainment with 4K screens and Bluetooth audio.
“We are very happy to introduce this direct connection between Bangkok and Rome, a major step in our expansion plans,” says Emiliana Limosani, ITA Airways Chief Commercial Officer. “Thailand is a key market for us and this new route serves both leisure and business travellers, giving them more options and a better travel experience.”
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Italy-Thailand Relations
The Rome-Bangkok route reinforces the cultural and economic ties between Italy and Thailand. H.E. Paolo Dionisi, Italian Ambassador to Thailand.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at Suvarnabhumi Airport with ITA Airways and TAT officials. The airline will also host an event at Capella Bangkok to introduce its winter season routes to the tourism industry.
Flight Schedule
#Bangkok to Rome: 12:15 PM – 7:00 PM (local time) Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays
#Rome to Bangkok: 3:15 PM – 7:40 AM (local time) Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays
ITA Airways will operate Bangkok – Rome through summer 2025 with 3 weekly flights. This new route is part of the airline’s Asian expansion with new routes to Tokyo, New Delhi, Malé and Bangkok.
With this new route ITA Airways becomes a growing international airline with more direct flights to major destinations.
