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Cheapest return flight
R12 169
Typical prices: R12 961-R15 827
Air France
Sat 8/12Wed 17/1
FCO - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 383
Typical prices: R9 146-R13 536
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/11
FCO - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rome Fiumicino Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 16% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg R12 648 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 14h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fiumicino to Cape Town (FCO-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Fiumicino to Cape Town

Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Jan 17
Air France Logo
6:00 - 6:25FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
25h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 169Air France
1 day ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Dec 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:20 - 22:40FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 202Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
Air France Logo
10:20 - 6:25FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
8:30 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
25h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 218Air France
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
Air France Logo
12:30 - 6:25FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
8:30 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 251Air France
Just now
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 - 22:40FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
25h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 267Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
Air France Logo
10:20 - 6:25FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
8:30 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
25h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 284Air France
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 - 22:40FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
25h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 350Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Dec 7 - Sun, Jan 17
Air France Logo
19:25 - 6:25FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 366Air France
1 day ago
Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Feb 10
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14:10 - 7:40FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 - 23:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 596Lufthansa
1 day ago
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
Lufthansa Logo
14:10 - 7:40FCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
9:30 - 23:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 629Lufthansa
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town flights

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

Return flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town typically range from R12 961 to R15 827. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 169 on Air France.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town at R12 086 return.
•July (R18 894) and December (R18 533) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R7 383
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Fiumicino to Cape Town

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town.

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

    A direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 13 589 km.

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

    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.

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

    Return flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town range from R12 961 to R15 827, with an average of R14 371 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 961 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 38% above the R14 371 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town 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 R12 169 to R87 136. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 270, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R439 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R13 961 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R15 819, a difference of R1 858.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 01m, compared to 14h 30m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 15h 46m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Rome Fiumicino Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Rome Fiumicino Airport (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average R13 961, which is about R1 858 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average R12 086 return in that month – typically R6 808 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 Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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