Which airlines fly to Rome?

Qatar Airways is the airline most momondo users in South Africa opt for when booking flights to Rome. Ethiopian Air, Emirates and Etihad Airways are also popular choices when flying to Rome from South Africa. Most major airlines flying from South Africa to Rome will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Emirates Flights to Rome

Emirates operates around 13 flights into Rome in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Catania Fontanarossa, with the best return Emirates deal found being R10 938 (Cape Town Intl to Rome). Users have rated Emirates 8,1/10 in over 3 419 reviews on momondo.

KLM flight deals to Rome start from R9 583 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a return journey departing from Cape Town Intl. Over any normal week, KLM flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Amsterdam Schiphol is the most popular KLM departure point to Rome so generally has the most availability. KLM is scored a 7,7/10 in 1 412 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Rome?

Flight times from South Africa to Rome vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Rome Fiumicino (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 13h 10m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Rome is flying from Cape Town Intl to Rome Fiumicino, which will take roughly 13h 50m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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9:50 - 18:00JNB-FCO

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9:50 - 18:00JNB-FCO

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14:30 - 4:35JNB-FCO

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23:00 - 13:05FCO-JNB

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R9 794Ethiopian Air

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18:30 - 18:45CPT-FCO

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JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

10:10-23:00

1 stop13h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 16/2

14:20-7:05

1 stop15h 45m

R9 021

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

9:50-18:00

1 stop33h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 30/12

10:25-8:20

1 stop20h 55m

R9 176

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

9:50-18:00

1 stop33h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 25/1

10:25-8:20

1 stop20h 55m

R9 313

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

14:30-4:35

1 stop15h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 3/4

23:00-13:05

1 stop14h 05m

R9 743

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

14:30-5:45

1 stop15h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 20/5

23:00-13:05

1 stop14h 05m

R9 794

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

18:30-18:45

1 stop25h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 19/2

20:50-16:45

1 stop18h 55m

R11 890

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

18:30-18:45

1 stop25h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 31/5

22:10-11:35

1 stop37h 25m

R11 908

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

14:20-20:10

2 stops29h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 31/5

8:30-13:45

3 stops29h 15m

R11 925

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

14:25-14:10

3 stops48h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 19/2

14:30-13:35

3 stops22h 05m

R11 959

DurbanRome

DUR - FCO

DURFCO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 30/3

7:00-20:55

2 stops37h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 20/4

7:35-10:35

3 stops27h 00m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rome?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Rome. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R9 914. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Rome from South Africa during March instead. Flights to Rome in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R10 138.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Rome?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Rome is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R11 441. Flights from South Africa to Rome on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R12 626. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Rome?

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Rome flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Rome in the morning for as low as R11 085. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R12 075.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rome?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Rome from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Rome for around R11 494 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Rome from South Africa for as low as R10 224 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	14% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rome costs on average just R9 914 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	July	15% more expensive	It costs about R13 162 for flights to Rome from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	294% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Rome from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June than any other month

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Best One-Way Price	R5 705
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Fastest flight time	15h 40m
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The best one-way flight price to Rome from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 705 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rome Fiumicino).

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The best round-trip flight price to Rome from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 021 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rome Fiumicino).

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The fastest flight to Rome from South Africa takes 15h 40m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rome Fiumicino).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Rome

How far in advance should I book a flight to Rome?

The ideal time to book your flight to Rome is 15 days in advance, when prices tend to average R11 404.

Is there an alternative airport near Rome?

Those flying to Rome could potentially find better pricing at Rome Ciampino Airport (15 km from Rome city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Rome?

You can find deals at Rome Ciampino Airport for R2 893 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Rome?

R2 011 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Rome. This flight is from Lisbon and is 31% cheaper than most flights to Rome. To find the cheapest price to Rome from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Tiburtina?

Yes, you can travel to Tiburtina via a flight to Rome Fiumicino airport in Rome (Tiburtina is 28,2 km from the airport).

What’s the closest airport to Rome City Centre?

At 22,8 km away, Rome Fiumicino airport in Rome is the closest to Rome City Centre.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Rome?

Prices for flights to Rome are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Rome?

As of November 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights to Rome.

How old do you have to be to fly to Rome?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Rome.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rome?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Rome can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Rome. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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