Question 1

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Rome?

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momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Rome. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Rome with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Flights to Rome with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Rome?

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momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Rome. Filter by price, airline, airport, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Rome right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Rome. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

Question 5

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

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The ideal time to book your flight to Rome is 72 days in advance, when prices tend to average R10 553.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Rome?

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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.

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Rome?

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You can find deals at Rome Ciampino Airport for R3 758 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 8

Are there flights to Tiburtina?

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

Question 9

What’s the closest airport to Rome City Centre?

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

Question 10

Which airlines fly to Rome?

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Ethiopian Air is the airline most momondo users in South Africa opt for when booking flights to Rome. Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines 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.

Question 11

Emirates Flights to Rome

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Emirates operates around 13 flights into Rome in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Bari Palese, with the best return Emirates deal found being R10 072 (Cape Town Intl to Rome). Users have rated Emirates 8,1/10 in over 3 651 reviews on momondo.

Question 12

SWISS Flights to Rome

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SWISS flight deals to Rome start from R8 027 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a return journey departing from Cape Town Intl. Over any normal week, SWISS flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Florence Peretola is the most popular SWISS departure point to Rome so generally has the most availability. SWISS is scored a 7,5/10 in 2 060 reviews.

Question 13

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Rome?

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Prices for flights to Rome are updated daily.

Question 14

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Rome?

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As of August 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights to Rome.

Question 15

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

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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.

Question 16

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

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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.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to Rome?

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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 R8 885. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Rome from South Africa during November instead. Flights to Rome in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R9 450.

Question 18

How long does it take to fly to Rome?

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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 14h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Question 19

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

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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 R10 829 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 R9 854 on momondo.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	16% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rome costs on average just R8 885 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	July	13% more expensive	It costs about R11 938 for flights to Rome from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	378% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Rome from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R4 507
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 578
Fastest flight time	20h 40m
Popular in	July

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