Which airlines fly to Rome?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Rome from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Rome. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Rome on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 and flying into Rome Fiumicino Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 15h 05m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Rome is flying from Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino Airport, which will take roughly 16h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

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

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

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There are 14 operators available for flights from South Africa to Rome as of March 2026.

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

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

The required travel and health documents for your Rome trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rome. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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FCO

32h 35m

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11:35 - 8:15

FCO

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20h 40m

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R8 092Etihad Airways

Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2

9:50 - 5:40

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FCO

20h 50m

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20h 40m

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R8 206Etihad Airways

Fri, Mar 27 - Tue, Apr 14

16:35 - 18:25

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FCO

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R9 688Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Mon, Jun 8

16:35 - 9:20

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FCO

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CPT

20h 40m

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R9 786Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jul 23 - Thu, Aug 27

13:50 - 5:45

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R9 916Ethiopian Air

Mon, May 18 - Mon, Jun 8

18:25 - 20:05

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Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 29

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FCO

14h 20m

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15h 10m

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R10 225Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30

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R13 238Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 23

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25h 10m

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R13 286Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 23

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May 11

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 10m

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FCO20:55Rome Fiumicino

May 25

FCO9:25Rome Fiumicino

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JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Qatar Airways

Mar 17

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 45m

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FCO13:30Rome Fiumicino

Mar 24

FCO22:05Rome Fiumicino

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JNB16:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Qatar Airways

Apr 21

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 35m

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FCO14:15Rome Fiumicino

Apr 28

FCO22:25Rome Fiumicino

17h 25m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Etihad Airways

Mar 27

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

1 stop

FCO5:40Rome Fiumicino

Apr 14

FCO11:35Rome Fiumicino

20h 40m

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JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Apr 24

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 30m

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FCO18:20Rome Fiumicino

May 1

FCO11:35Rome Fiumicino

20h 45m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 320

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Mar 25

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

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FCO5:40Rome Fiumicino

Apr 4

FCO11:35Rome Fiumicino

20h 45m

1 stop

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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 460. 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 672.

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 R10 756 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 095 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Rome?
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There are 14 operators available for flights from South Africa to Rome as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 from South Africa to Rome.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Rome?
The required travel and health documents for your Rome trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Rome. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R4 858	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 970 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Condor	PriceFrom R5 650	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 401 reviews	Search Condor flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R6 255	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 33 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 967	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 426 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R8 378	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 897 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 503	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 843 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 079	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 252 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 261	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 470 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 543 reviews	Search Air France flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R9 542	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 296 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights

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