Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rome from R5 363

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ROM
Apr 25 — May 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Rome
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Rome. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2026.

Tue 1/918:35
JNB
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FCO
2 stops18h 55m
Air Algerie
Tue 6/1014:30
FCO
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Air Algerie
Deal found 25/3R7 444
Mon 4/520:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Tue 19/514:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 24/3R7 461
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/523:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R8 493
Fri 15/59:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/523:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R8 510
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/911:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R8 560
Sat 23/59:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/511:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R8 577
Sat 25/49:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/511:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3R8 594
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/511:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R8 611
Thu 4/69:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 12/623:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3R8 628
Fri 4/99:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/923:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R8 662
Fri 3/49:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop21h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/410:55
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R8 746
Fri 8/56:30
HLA
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FCO
3 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/59:25
FCO
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HLA
3 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R14 228

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Rome

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 444

One-way from

R5 363

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 235
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 1/9-6/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 38h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Rome
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Rome
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R18 946 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 641 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

9:50-18:15

1 stop32h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 20/7

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R8 899

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-18:15

1 stop32h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 18/6

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R9 186

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

9:45-7:30

1 stop21h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 17/4

11:35-8:15

1 stop20h 40m

R9 237

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

9:45-6:25

1 stop20h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 21/4

11:35-8:15

1 stop20h 40m

R9 271

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

20:55-20:55

1 stop24h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 17/4

15:50-15:50

1 stop24h 00m

R11 183
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

20:55-14:15

1 stop17h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 22/4

15:50-8:50

1 stop17h 00m

R11 183

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

14:55-14:15

1 stop23h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 21/4

9:25-8:50

1 stop23h 25m

R11 183

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

9:50-6:25

1 stop20h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 22/8

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R12 401

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

1:15-8:10

2 stops30h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 19/5

21:30-10:55

2 stops37h 25m

R12 553

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

9:50-6:25

1 stop20h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 22/8

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R12 570

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Rome

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Rome

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

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

Booking 16 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Rome. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Rome (average of R5 752). Flying from Johannesburg to Rome in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 948). 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 Johannesburg to Rome?

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 26 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Rome by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Rome. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Rome flights?

    When flying from Johannesburg to Rome, there is only one airport that will serve flights from and that is O.R. Tambo International Airport which is located in Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. While there may only be one airport in South Africa that will serve flights to Rome, Rome has two airports that will accept flights flying from Johannesburg to Rome. Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, one of the busiest airports in Italy, is one of the two airports that will accept flights from South Africa. Another airport is Rome Ciampino Giovan Battista Pastine Airport, which is known as the 10th busiest airport in Italy.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Rome?

    Airlines that fly directly from Johannesburg to Rome can vary on the location in Rome that you choose to fly to. When flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci International Airport you will find Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Alitalia are all airlines that will provide you flights. When flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ciampino Giovan Battista Pastine Airport the airlines that will provide flights can vary. Some combine with other airlines to provide more flights to travellers, but the most popular airlines include Etihad Airways, Ryanair, EgyptAir, and Qatar Airways.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Rome?

    The stopover options available for flights from Johannesburg to Rome vary on the airlines and the destination in Rome. When flying to Leonardo da Vinci International Airport typically there is at least one stopover, sometimes there may be two stopovers and very rarely is a flight nonstop. Flights usually stopover at Bole International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Genève Aéroport. Flights to this location can vary in time and length but usually range from 11h 40m-31h 53m. When flying to Ciampino Giovan Battista Pastine Airport there are typically two stopovers, to possibly even three stopovers. Some of the locations for stopovers include Cairo International Airport, Athens International Airport, Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport, and King Abdulaziz International Airport. The flight times can vary from dates and airlines picked up flight times range from 19h 40m-38h 55m.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Rome?

    If you are a citizen of Johannesburg and are planning to fly to Rome, you will need to make sure you apply for a visa before your trip. You will be required to have a South African Passport that is not older than 10 years, with at least two blank pages which is valid for three months after your trip.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Rome?

    For as low as R11 183, Etihad Airways can have you in Rome from Johannesburg in 24h. There are 7725 km between Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Rome round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at R5 047, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Rome.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Condor and Air Algerie. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 124. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Rome for a low price.

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

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Rome?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Rome?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Rome (average of R5 752). Flying from Johannesburg to Rome in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 948). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Rome

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 047AverageR11 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR5 870AverageR6 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR6 472AverageR6 591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 277AverageR9 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 651AverageR11 974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 280AverageR13 510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 917AverageR11 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 936AverageR11 406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 075AverageR10 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 546AverageR14 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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