What is the cheapest airline that flies from Rome to South Africa?

Etihad Airways, Egyptair, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Rome to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Rome to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Rome to South Africa were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Rome to South Africa?

There is 1 operator available for flights from Rome to South Africa as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Rome to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Rome to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

R5 026 Cheap Flights from Rome to South Africa in 2026

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23:00 - 8:20FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 6:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

20h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R9 327Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

23:00 - 8:20FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R9 359Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21

7:10 - 20:10FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

8:20 - 21:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

13h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R9 439Ethiopian Air

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

11:35 - 8:15FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 6:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

20h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R9 439Etihad Airways

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Oct 12

7:10 - 20:10FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

8:20 - 21:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

13h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R9 455Ethiopian Air

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 1

23:00 - 8:20FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R9 455Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

6:00 - 20:10FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

8:20 - 20:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

13h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R9 455Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 26

23:00 - 8:20FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:45 - 18:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R9 472Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

6:30 - 21:20FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 18:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

19h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R9 488KLM

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 21

6:30 - 21:20FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 9:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

34h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R9 488KLM

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

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7:10 - 13:00FCO Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 5:45CPT Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino

15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R14 046Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17

22:40 - 8:25FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:55 - 19:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

22h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Berlin Brandenburg

R15 287Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

12:45 - 21:20FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 9:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

34h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 383KLM

Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 29

22:40 - 8:25FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:55 - 21:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

24h 55m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Berlin Brandenburg Frankfurt am Main

R15 577Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

10:15 - 8:25FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22:20 - 20:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

21h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

R15 689Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

22:40 - 8:15FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:55 - 21:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

24h 25m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Berlin Brandenburg Frankfurt am Main

R15 722Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 29

17:15 - 8:15FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 00m3 stops Glasgow Intl Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:55 - 21:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

24h 25m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Berlin Brandenburg Frankfurt am Main

R16 173Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 29

13:45 - 7:10FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 25m1 stop Cairo

13:30 - 23:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

34h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Zurich

R16 543Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 29

8:10 - 7:30FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

18:35 - 15:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

21h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

R16 559Condor

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18

6:15 - 8:25FCO Rome Fiumicino-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 10m2 stops Zurich Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:55 - 21:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FCO Rome Fiumicino

24h 55m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Berlin Brandenburg Frankfurt am Main

R16 559Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

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Etihad Airways flights from Rome to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Sept 14

FCO23:00Rome Fiumicino

33h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 28

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 40m

1 stop

FCO6:25Rome Fiumicino

R9 327

Etihad Airways

Sept 7

FCO23:00Rome Fiumicino

33h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 21

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m

1 stop

FCO18:20Rome Fiumicino

R9 359

Etihad Airways

Sept 14

FCO23:00Rome Fiumicino

33h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 28

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m

1 stop

FCO18:20Rome Fiumicino

R9 455

Ethiopian Air flights from Rome to South Africa

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Rome to South Africa flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Sept 19

FCO7:10Rome Fiumicino

13h 00m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 26

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 10m

1 stop

FCO21:30Rome Fiumicino

R9 439

Ethiopian Air

Sept 3

FCO7:10Rome Fiumicino

13h 00m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 17

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 10m

1 stop

FCO21:30Rome Fiumicino

R9 536

Ethiopian Air

Sept 17

FCO7:10Rome Fiumicino

13h 00m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 3

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 10m

1 stop

FCO21:30Rome Fiumicino

R9 552

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FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 14/9

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

9:45-6:25

1 stop20h 40m

R9 327

RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 7/9

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

9:45-18:20

1 stop32h 35m

R9 359

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RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 19/9

7:10-20:10

1 stop13h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

8:20-21:30

1 stop13h 10m

R9 439

RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 25/9

11:35-8:15

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

9:45-6:25

1 stop20h 40m

R9 439

RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 18/9

7:10-20:10

1 stop13h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

8:20-21:30

1 stop13h 10m

R9 455

RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 14/9

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

9:45-18:20

1 stop32h 35m

R9 455

RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 26/10

6:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

8:20-20:30

1 stop13h 10m

R9 455

RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 21/9

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:45-18:20

1 stop32h 35m

R9 472

RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 8/9

6:30-21:20

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

23:15-18:45

1 stop19h 30m

R9 488

RomeJohannesburg

FCO Rome Fiumicino - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FCOJNB

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 3/9

6:30-21:20

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

23:15-9:35

1 stop34h 20m

R9 488

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Rome to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Rome is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R10 213, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in November, then you should wait until September to fly from Rome, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 276.

Can stopping save me money on Rome to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 47% on your flight if you consider stops on a Rome to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 00m
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The fastest flight from Rome to South Africa takes 13h 00m

There are no direct flights from Rome to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Rome to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Rome to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Rome to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Rome to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Rome to South Africa?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Rome to South Africa as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Rome to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Rome to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Rome to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 661	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 021 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights

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