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Cheap flights from South Africa to Rome from R5 164

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ROM
May 12 — May 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Rome

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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 12 April 2026.

Mon 11/520:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Mon 25/514:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 8/4R7 181
Tue 7/720:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Mon 20/714:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Air Algerie
Deal found 9/4R7 213
Mon 11/520:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Tue 19/514:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 10/4R7 230
Thu 1/109:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 23/1023:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R8 230
Mon 13/79:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/723:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4R8 410
Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/523:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R8 426
Sat 18/79:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 18/823:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4R8 443
Thu 18/69:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 26/611:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/4R8 476
Wed 10/69:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/623:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R8 525
Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/623:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4R8 558
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/711:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R8 640
Thu 23/716:35
CPT
-
FCO
1 stop21h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 27/815:10
FCO
-
CPT
1 stop20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R10 033

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 12 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 181

One-way from

R5 164

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 787
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 11/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • South Africa to Rome
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • South Africa to Rome
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R16 900 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 445 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 12 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

9:50-18:15

1 stop32h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 12/6

11:35-8:20

1 stop20h 45m

R8 968

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

18:00-23:35

1 stop29h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 12/10

11:00-9:40

2 stops22h 40m

R11 181

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

19:50-14:15

1 stop18h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 7/5

9:05-10:30

2 stops25h 25m

R12 132

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

12:40-14:15

1 stop25h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 11/5

21:55-4:00

2 stops30h 05m

R12 164

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

12:40-8:30

1 stop19h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 19/5

9:05-10:30

2 stops25h 25m

R12 197

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

19:30-14:15

1 stop18h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 18/5

16:10-12:55

1 stop20h 45m

R12 295

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

19:30-14:15

1 stop18h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 23/5

16:10-12:55

1 stop20h 45m

R12 476

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

19:50-14:15

1 stop18h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 9/5

10:25-10:30

2 stops24h 05m

R12 705

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

19:30-14:15

1 stop18h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 31/5

16:10-12:55

1 stop20h 45m

R12 754

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

20:00-20:05

1 stop24h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 2/10

15:45-18:05

1 stop26h 20m

R12 853

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Deals found on 12/4

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Rome (average of R4 885). Flying from South Africa to Rome in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 525). 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 12 April 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
3 556 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 556 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 556 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 556 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 556 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 001 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 556 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7 918 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 556 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 18h 25m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, or Qatar Airways 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 060. 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 Johannesburg Lanseria - 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Rome (average of R4 885). Flying from South Africa to Rome in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 525). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 12 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 891AverageR10 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR5 649AverageR6 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR6 272AverageR6 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 020AverageR9 184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 467AverageR12 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 142AverageR10 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR9 180AverageR12 724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 324AverageR13 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 569AverageR12 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 610AverageR11 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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