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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Rome from R5 644

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ROM
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Rome
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Rome. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Mon 27/418:25
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop19h 00m
Emirates
Mon 4/510:55
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 27/3R10 793
Thu 23/418:25
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop19h 00m
Emirates
Sat 2/515:45
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 28/3R10 827
Sun 24/513:15
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop30h 50m
Emirates
Sun 31/515:45
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 29/3R10 844
Wed 20/513:15
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop24h 10m
Emirates
Mon 1/610:55
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 31/3R10 861
Fri 15/513:15
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop24h 10m
Emirates
Fri 22/510:55
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 30/3R10 895
Mon 11/513:15
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop18h 45m
Emirates
Mon 18/510:55
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop24h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 29/3R10 912
Wed 13/513:15
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop24h 10m
Emirates
Wed 27/510:55
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop29h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 29/3R10 980
Sun 3/518:25
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop25h 40m
Emirates
Thu 14/522:10
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop18h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 30/3R11 014
Thu 23/716:35
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop16h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 27/820:00
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop15h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R11 100
Mon 6/419:30
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop35h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 13/416:10
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R11 151
Thu 2/418:25
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop19h 00m
Emirates
Fri 10/415:45
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop24h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 31/3R11 270

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Rome

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Rome (ROM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 298

One-way from

R5 644

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 577
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 23/7-27/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Rome
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Rome
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R34 357 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 722 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Rome that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
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Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

16:35-9:20

1 stop16h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 27/8

20:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

R11 100

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

13:15-13:25

1 stop24h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 3/6

22:10-11:30

1 stop37h 20m

R11 799

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

18:25-13:25

1 stop19h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 7/6

22:10-11:30

1 stop37h 20m

R11 816

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

13:15-13:25

1 stop24h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 17/5

10:55-11:30

1 stop24h 35m

R11 833

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

13:15-13:25

1 stop24h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 18/5

10:55-11:30

1 stop24h 35m

R11 833

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

13:15-8:00

1 stop18h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 30/6

10:55-11:30

1 stop24h 35m

R11 850

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

19:30-14:15

1 stop18h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 19/5

10:45-12:55

1 stop26h 10m

R11 986

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

18:25-13:25

1 stop19h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 2/7

10:55-14:35

2 stops27h 40m

R13 862

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

13:50-18:20

2 stops28h 30m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 27/5

11:35-14:35

2 stops27h 00m

R14 288

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

13:50-18:15

2 stops28h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 27/8

11:35-14:35

2 stops27h 00m

R14 629

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Rome

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Rome

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Rome?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Rome. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Rome, you should look to book at least 32 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Rome?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rome (average of R6 155). Flying from Cape Town to Rome in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 270). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Rome?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Rome?

Share of one-stop return flights from Cape Town to Rome chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Rome on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Rome?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Cape Town to Rome, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Algiers (ALG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R6 956.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Rome?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Rome, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Munich (MUC) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 17m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to Rome?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Rome, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 33m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rome

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rome. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rome. Reviews last updated 1 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Cape Town to Rome to help guide your decision. 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
3 551 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 551 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 551 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 551 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 292 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 551 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
991 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 551 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 882 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 551 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Rome. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Rome?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to Rome. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 outbound flights to Rome per day from 9 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    Departing from Cape Town to Rome will take you 16h 45m. There are 8444 km between Cape Town and Rome. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Rome round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Rome, with prices starting at R8 900. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at R9 507 and R9 569, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Rome for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Rome one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 618. Emirates flights start at R7 059 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R7 290 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Rome?

    Of the flights from Cape Town to Rome that have stopovers, most of them stop in Dubai. Addis Ababa follows Dubai in terms of the most common stopover location on Cape Town to Rome flights. Addis Ababa is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular stopover location for Cape Town to Rome flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Travellers on a stopover Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by traveling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Rome flights?

    Flights departing from Cape Town and landing in Rome stopover in Istanbul least frequently. Cape Town to Rome flights stopping in Zurich are the next rarest. Zurich is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular stopover location for Cape Town to Rome flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Rome that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Rome flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Rome?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Rome.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Rome?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Rome by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Rome?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Rome (average of R6 155). Flying from Cape Town to Rome in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 270). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Cape Town to Rome on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Rome. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 1 April 2026.
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Top 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to Rome

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Rome. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 900AverageR11 457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 507AverageR10 556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR9 569AverageR12 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 697AverageR11 117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 952AverageR11 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 051AverageR13 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 909AverageR13 375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 927AverageR12 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 174AverageR14 019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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