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Cheap flights from South Africa to Rome from R5 192

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ROM
may. 17 — may. 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Rome
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Rome. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 abril 2026.

mar. 7/720:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
lun. 20/714:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Air Algerie
Deal found 15/4R7 223
lun. 4/520:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
lun. 11/514:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 16/4R7 239
mié. 12/89:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
mié. 19/811:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R8 402
vie. 10/79:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
lun. 27/723:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R8 434
lun. 22/69:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
jue. 2/711:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R8 451
sáb. 12/99:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
sáb. 19/911:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R8 467
mié. 16/99:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
vie. 2/1011:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R8 533
lun. 14/99:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
jue. 24/923:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R8 598
mié. 2/99:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
mar. 6/1023:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R8 631
vie. 4/99:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
vie. 18/911:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R8 729
mié. 1/79:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
jue. 9/723:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R8 762
sáb. 17/109:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
lun. 16/1110:25
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R8 975

Find flight deals from South Africa to Rome

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Rome flight deals. Data was last updated 17 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 223

One-way from

R5 192

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 776
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 7/7-20/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • South Africa to Rome
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • South Africa to Rome
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R16 863 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 430 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 17 abril 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 29/9

20:55-20:55

1 stop24h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

mar. 13/10

9:40-9:00

1 stop23h 20m

R10 842

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 8/6

19:50-14:15

1 stop18h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

vie. 12/6

10:45-10:30

1 stop23h 45m

R10 940

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 31/8

9:50-6:25

1 stop20h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

mié. 30/9

23:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R11 644
Fastest return journey

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

jue. 23/7

16:35-14:05

1 stop21h 30m

Rome Fiumicino

jue. 27/8

20:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

R11 677

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 11/5

12:40-8:30

1 stop19h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

mar. 19/5

9:05-10:30

2 stops25h 25m

R12 185

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

jue. 14/5

19:30-14:15

1 stop18h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

lun. 18/5

10:45-12:55

1 stop26h 10m

R12 398

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

vie. 8/5

19:30-14:15

1 stop18h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

dom. 31/5

16:10-12:55

1 stop20h 45m

R12 529

DurbanRome

DUR - FCO

DURFCO

Durban King Shaka Intl

lun. 8/6

14:45-23:35

2 stops32h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

jue. 11/6

15:10-13:15

2 stops22h 05m

R12 742

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 31/5

19:10-20:05

1 stop24h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

dom. 7/6

22:10-10:15

1 stop36h 05m

R12 758

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 9/5

18:25-20:05

1 stop25h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

dom. 31/5

22:10-11:30

1 stop37h 20m

R12 856

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Rome

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Rome

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Rome (average of R5 437). Flying from South Africa to Rome in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 528). 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.

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 17 abril 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa 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
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 434 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 930 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Rome?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Rome in 20h 35m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7725 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 055. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Rome for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Rome?

    The most popular route from South Africa to Rome is Cape Town Intl - Rome Fiumicino. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Rome Fiumicino or Durban King Shaka Intl - Rome Fiumicino.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Rome?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Rome?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Rome (average of R5 437). Flying from South Africa to Rome in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 528). 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 South Africa to Rome

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 886AverageR10 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR5 644AverageR6 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR6 266AverageR6 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 012AverageR9 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 459AverageR12 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 132AverageR10 305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR9 171AverageR12 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 315AverageR13 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 560AverageR12 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 600AverageR11 701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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