How long does it take to fly to Rome?

Flight times from South Africa to Rome vary, but if you’re flying out of Cape Town and flying into Rome Fiumicino Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 14h 35m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Rome is flying from Johannesburg to Rome Fiumicino Airport, which will take roughly 15h 20m. 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 SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Rome

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.

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 June 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

20h 40m

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11:35 - 8:20

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20h 45m

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R9 509Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 19

9:50 - 5:40

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FCO

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R9 542Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

13:30 - 14:10

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FCO

24h 40m

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JNB

42h 05m

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R9 822Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Oct 14

13:15 - 7:25

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18h 10m

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R10 959Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 27

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Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Rome

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Etihad Airways

Jun 17

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m

1 stop

FCO18:20Rome Fiumicino

Jun 24

FCO11:35Rome Fiumicino

20h 45m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 426

Etihad Airways

Aug 3

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 40m

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FCO6:25Rome Fiumicino

Aug 19

FCO11:35Rome Fiumicino

20h 45m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 509

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Nov 19

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

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FCO5:40Rome Fiumicino

Nov 23

FCO10:25Rome Fiumicino

20h 55m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 542

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Jun 15

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 10m

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FCO21:30Rome Fiumicino

Jun 29

FCO7:10Rome Fiumicino

13h 00m

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JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 135

Ethiopian Air

Jun 22

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 10m

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Jul 6

FCO7:10Rome Fiumicino

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Jun 15

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 10m

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Jun 29

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11:30-14:15

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Rome?

In general, January 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 R5 471. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Rome from South Africa during February instead. Flights to Rome in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around R5 966.

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 923 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 064 on momondo.

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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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Rome?
There are 14 operators available for flights from South Africa to Rome as of June 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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Condor	PriceFrom R4 754	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 437 reviews	Search Condor flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R4 916	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 011 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R6 305	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 37 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 037	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 452 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 053 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R8 908	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 426 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R9 091	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 968 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 189	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 408 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 664	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 702	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 527 reviews	Search KLM flights

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