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Cheapest round-trip
$638
Typical prices: $655-$852
Ethiopian Air
Fri 3/16Thu 3/29
CPT - FCO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$301
Typical prices: $369-$638
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/7
CPT - FCO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Rome. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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CPT - FCO
Cheapest • 27% average savings
CPT - CIA
Most popular
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $682 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 15h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Rome (CPT-ROM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Rome

Tue, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 29
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1:50 pm - 4:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 2:10 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$638Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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3:10 pm - 4:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
14h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 1:00 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$639Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 24
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1:50 pm - 4:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 2:10 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$639Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 5
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1:50 pm - 4:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 1:00 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$661Ethiopian Air
Sun, Jan 24 - Wed, Feb 3
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3:10 pm - 4:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
14h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 2:10 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$661Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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3:10 pm - 4:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
14h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 2:10 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$664Ethiopian Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Jan 12
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1:50 pm - 4:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 2:10 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$664Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Jan 13
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1:50 pm - 4:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 1:00 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$664Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:30 pm - 6:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
25h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:50 pm - 4:45 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
$728Emirates
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Jan 13
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1:40 pm - 12:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
24h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:50 pm - 6:00 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
$805Emirates
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Rome flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Rome?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Rome typically range from $655 to $852. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $638, on Ethiopian Air.

What is the cheapest Cape Town to Rome flight route?

Cape Town (CPT) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the cheapest Cape Town to Rome route, averaging $725 round-trip. Other Cape Town to Rome routes average $1,249, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Rome?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Rome. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome at $656 round-trip.
•July ($843) and December ($805) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Rome the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Rome are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Rome flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$301
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Rome

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Rome based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Rome flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Rome?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Rome:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Rome takes 00m, covering 5,254 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Rome?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Rome flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Rome range from $655 to $852, with an average of $726 over the past 12 months. Anything below $655 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Rome flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $726 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Rome changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $637 to $2,871. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Rome looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Rome are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $391, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Rome?

    Since Rome is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) — daily rates averaging $32:

    • Record go
    • Target Italy
    • Rent Smart 24
    • Galdierirent
    • Europcar

    Near Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) — daily rates averaging $37:

    • Rent Smart 24
    • DRIVALIA
    • Centauro
    • Ecovia
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Rome?

    Flights from Cape Town to Rome usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and may arrive at several airports in Rome area, including Rome Ciampino (CIA) and Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Rome pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Rome most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Rome?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Cape Town to Rome. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $693 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $766, a difference of $73.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Rome?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 23m, compared with 15h 30m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 16h 20m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Rome?

    Rome is 1 hour behind Cape Town (Central European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Rome?

    Some of the most popular sights in Rome are Piazza Navona, Colosseum and Pantheon. These are among the most viewed places in Rome on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Rome flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $693, about $73 less than Friday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Rome trip for November. Fares historically average $656 round-trip in that month - typically $187 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Rome Ciampino Airport.

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