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Cheapest return flight
R9 990
Typical prices: R10 558-R13 809
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/10Thu 25/10
CPT - FCO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 591
Typical prices: R5 893-R9 806
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/10
CPT - FCO • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Rome. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top routes
CPT - FCO
Cheapest • 26% average savings
CPT - CIA
Most popular
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R10 901 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 15h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Rome (CPT-ROM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Rome

Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
16h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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19:25 - 23:00FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R9 990Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 25
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16:35 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
16h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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19:25 - 23:00FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R10 022Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 5:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 13:00FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 457Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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15:10 - 4:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
14h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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6:00 - 13:00FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 490Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 8
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0:10 - 1:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
25h 15m1 stop London Gatwick
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14:50 - 22:10FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 20m2 stops Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan London Luton
R11 311Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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23:25 - 14:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
39h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl London Heathrow
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14:30 - 13:35FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 05m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
R11 456Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 25
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12:35 - 6:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
19h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:55 - 10:30FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 602Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 25
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9:30 - 8:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
24h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
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14:50 - 7:40FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 50m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R11 972SWISS
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:30 - 8:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
24h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
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20:15 - 10:40FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 25m1 stop Zurich
R12 278SWISS
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
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13:15 - 7:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
18h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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15:30 - 17:30FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 00m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Doha Hamad Intl
R12 955Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Rome flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Rome with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Rome?

Return flights from Cape Town to Rome start at R9 990. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R10 558 to R13 809. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 990 on Turkish Airlines.

What is the cheapest Cape Town to Rome flight route?

Cape Town (CPT) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the cheapest Cape Town to Rome route, averaging R11 708 return. Other Cape Town to Rome routes average R20 131, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Rome?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Rome and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome at R10 296 return.
  • July (R13 326) and August (R12 858) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Rome the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Rome are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Rome flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R5 591
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flights from Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Rome

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Rome based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Rome flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Rome?

    Flights from Cape Town to Rome usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and may arrive at several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Rome?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Rome:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Rome pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Rome most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Rome?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Cape Town to Rome route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R11 311 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R12 294, a difference of R983. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Rome?

    Some of the most popular sights in Rome are Rome City Centre, Roma Termini Railway Station, and PalaLottomatica. These are among the most viewed places in Rome on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Rome flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 18% above the route average of R11 720. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Rome?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Rome takes 0h 00m, covering 13 607 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Rome?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Rome changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R9 990 to R66 459. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Rome looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Rome are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 976, which is 34% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Rome?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 14m, compared to 15h 21m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 16h 40m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What car hire options are available in Rome?

    Since Rome is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) – daily rates from around R22:

    • Target Italy
    • Record go
    • Rent Smart 24
    • Galdierirent
    • Europcar

    Near Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) – daily rates from around R78:

    • Rent Smart 24
    • DRIVALIA
    • U-Save
    • Budget
    • Centauro

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Rome flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Rome range from R10 558 to R13 809, with an average of R11 720 over the past 12 months. Anything below R10 558 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Rome flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R11 311 – about R983 less than Friday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Rome trip for November. Fares historically average R10 296 return in that month – typically R3 029 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rome Ciampino Airport.
    - Hotel Meeting

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