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R5 747+ Cheap flights to Rome

— ROM
Sep 28 — Oct 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Rome in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Rome

Sun 20/98:20 -
1 stop21h 25m
Sun 27/97:10 -
1 stop13h 00m
Deal found 26/8R8 525
Mon 21/920:00 -
1 stop17h 30m
Tue 6/1014:30 -
1 stop20h 00m
Deal found 25/8R8 621
Mon 5/1022:50 -
1 stop30h 55m
Tue 20/107:10 -
1 stop13h 00m
Deal found 26/8R8 637
Sat 21/118:20 -
1 stop13h 10m
Sun 29/116:00 -
1 stop13h 10m
Deal found 28/8R8 653
Mon 12/1022:50 -
1 stop30h 55m
Mon 19/107:10 -
1 stop13h 00m
Deal found 28/8R8 685
Sat 10/108:20 -
1 stop21h 25m
Sat 17/1023:00 -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 26/8R8 701
Mon 7/98:20 -
1 stop13h 10m
Sat 19/923:00 -
1 stop14h 30m
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Thu 1/1022:50 -
1 stop30h 55m
Sun 18/1023:00 -
1 stop14h 30m
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Tue 22/914:30 -
1 stop31h 00m
Tue 29/97:10 -
1 stop13h 00m
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Wed 16/98:20 -
1 stop13h 10m
Tue 29/97:10 -
1 stop13h 00m
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Mon 21/95:55 -
2 stops23h 50m
Tue 6/1023:00 -
2 stops21h 50m
Deal found 24/8R13 919
Sun 20/912:05 -
2 stops33h 40m
Tue 6/108:10 -
2 stops28h 10m
Deal found 27/8R14 979

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R8 525

One-way from

R5 860

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 077
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/9-27/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Rome
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Rome
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R852 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R126 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgRome

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FCO Rome Fiumicino

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

14:30-5:45

1 stop15h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 18/10

23:00-13:30

1 stop14h 30m

R9 295

JohannesburgRome

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FCO Rome Fiumicino

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

8:20-21:30

1 stop13h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 30/9

7:10-13:30

1 stop30h 20m

R9 360

JohannesburgRome

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FCO Rome Fiumicino

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/12

17:00-19:45

2 stops27h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 27/12

8:30-0:25

2 stops38h 55m

R11 993

JohannesburgRome

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FCO Rome Fiumicino

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

18:35-21:50

1 stop27h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 29/9

11:00-12:00

2 stops25h 00m

R12 570

JohannesburgRome

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FCO Rome Fiumicino

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

15:25-12:25

2 stops21h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 28/9

17:20-9:20

2 stops16h 00m

R13 694

JohannesburgRome

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FCO Rome Fiumicino

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

18:55-15:40

1 stop20h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 18/9

16:35-9:50

1 stop17h 15m

R13 694

JohannesburgRome

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - FCO Rome Fiumicino

HLAFCO

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 21/9

5:55-5:45

2 stops23h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 6/10

23:00-20:50

2 stops21h 50m

R13 919

JohannesburgRome

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - FCO Rome Fiumicino

HLAFCO

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 20/9

12:05-21:45

2 stops33h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 6/10

8:10-12:20

2 stops28h 10m

R14 979

JohannesburgRome

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FCO Rome Fiumicino

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

23:15-16:35

2 stops17h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 18/9

6:30-21:20

1 stop14h 50m

R15 171

JohannesburgRome

HLA Johannesburg Lanseria - FCO Rome Fiumicino

HLAFCO

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 21/9

12:05-21:50

2 stops33h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 28/9

8:10-12:20

2 stops28h 10m

R16 504

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Rome

How long is the flight to Rome?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Rome takes 23 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Rome from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rome?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rome are Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and Emirates.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R4 789
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R9 487
Emirates
Emirates
From R10 010
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R8 952

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rome?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rome are Ethiopian Air, Air Algerie and Condor.

Rainfall in Rome by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rome ranges from 15.0 - 111.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 111.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rome when rainfall is around 15.0 mm.

Temperature in Rome by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rome, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Rome?

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Rome. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rome

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to Italy by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 725 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 527 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 034 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 228 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

FAQs about flying to Rome

What is good to know if travelling to Rome?

  • For a little peace and quiet away from the crowds, pay a visit to serene landscaped gardens of Villa Pamphili.
  • The Aventine Hill (which is one of Rome’s 7 major hills) is where you’ll be able to get magnificent views over the Tiber and the renowned Vatican.
  • If you’re a traveler with a particularly sweet tooth, stop guessing about what people are queuing for and join the line at II Gelato Di San Crispino, a joint rumored as being the best ice shop in Rome!
  • If you plan your itinerary carefully, you’ll be able to save yourself a few bucks. The Vatican Museums offer free admission on the last Sundays of the month, so try to plan accordingly.
  • When in Rome, remember that you are not expected to pay a waiter a gratuity fee as tips are already included in the bill total.
  • The Roman Forum is a must see site where you’ll be able to experience the magic of Ancient Rome, complete with the faded cobblestone streets. Just make sure you get a guide to show you around though.
  • Tourists looking for some retail therapy should consider heading down to Rome’s Piazza Navona, famed for its abundance of gelaterias, souvenir shops, and great restaurants.
  • For a night out on the town, swing by Trastevere with its bars lining the streets.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rome if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rome on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rome?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rome.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rome?

    Rome Fiumicino is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rome. One-way flights to Rome Fiumicino typically cost R551, while return flights cost around R843.

  • How much is a return flight to Rome?

    A return flight to Rome will typically cost around R843, however they can be found for as little as R843.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rome depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rome, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Rome Fiumicino have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rome Fiumicino can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rome Fiumicino?

    Yes. Rome Fiumicino has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Air Rooms Rome Airport by HelloSky is the closest property to Rome Fiumicino (0,0 km away from Rome Fiumicino).

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