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 77 days in advance, when prices tend to average R10 829.

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 848 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

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Rome?

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R1 808 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Rome. This flight is from Paris and is 53% cheaper than most flights to Rome. To find the cheapest price to Rome from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 9

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 10

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 11

Which airlines fly to Rome?

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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.

Question 12

Emirates Flights to Rome

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Emirates operates around 14 flights into Rome in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Dubai Intl, with the best return Emirates deal found being R10 313 (Cape Town Intl to Rome). Users have rated Emirates 8,1/10 in over 3 637 reviews on momondo.

Question 13

SWISS Flights to Rome

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SWISS flight deals to Rome start from R9 124 - 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 - Catania Fontanarossa is the most popular SWISS departure point to Rome so generally has the most availability. SWISS is scored a 7,5/10 in 2 021 reviews.

Question 14

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Rome?

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Prices for flights to Rome are updated daily.

Question 15

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Rome?

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As of August 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights to Rome.

Question 16

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 17

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 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 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Question 19

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 R9 064. 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 709.

Question 20

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 R11 033 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 907 on momondo.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	17% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Rome costs on average just R9 064 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	12% more expensive	It costs about R12 157 for flights to Rome from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ROME FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	September	315% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Rome from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R4 631
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 031
Fastest flight time	24h 00m
Popular in	July

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