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Cheapest round-trip
$645
Typical prices: $655-$857
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/26Sat 11/3
CPT - FCO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$487
Typical prices: $366-$609
Turkish Airlines
Sat 10/6
CPT - FCO • 1 stop
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 • 26% 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 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $677 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 15h 14m (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

Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 3
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12:55 am - 9:45 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
33h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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6:40 am - 11:00 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 20m1 stop Istanbul
$645Turkish Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
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3:10 pm - 5:45 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:00 pm - 1:00 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$653Ethiopian Air
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Feb 3
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12:55 am - 6:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
18h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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11:15 am - 12:05 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$665Turkish Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Feb 3
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12:55 am - 6:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
18h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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11:15 am - 12:05 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$668Turkish Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Feb 3
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12:55 am - 6:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
18h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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11:15 am - 12:05 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$669Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 18
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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
$671Ethiopian Air
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
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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
$671Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 23
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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
$671Ethiopian Air
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 18
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8:00 pm - 8:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
24h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:45 pm - 6:05 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 20m2 stops Naples Dubai Intl
$960Emirates
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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1:15 pm - 8:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
30h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:45 pm - 6:05 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 20m2 stops Naples Dubai Intl
$965Emirates
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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 from Cape Town to Rome with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Rome start at $645. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $655 to $857. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $645 on Turkish Airlines.

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 $727 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?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Rome, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome at $639 round-trip.
  • July ($827) and August ($798) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 24% 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

$487
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Cape Town to Rome route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $702 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $763, a difference of $61. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Rome?

    Some of the most popular sights in Rome are Roma Termini Railway Station, Rome City Centre and Piazza Navona. These are among the most viewed places in Rome on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 18% above the route average of $727. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Rome takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $645 to $3,888. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $726, which is 57% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 14m, compared with 15h 21m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 16h 40m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • 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 from around $1:

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

    Near Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) — daily rates from around $5:

    • Rent Smart 24
    • DRIVALIA
    • U-Save
    • Budget
    • Centauro

  • 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 $857, with an average of $727 over the past 12 months. Anything below $655 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $702 - about $61 less than Friday (8% 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 24% 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 $639 round-trip in that month - typically $188 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.
    - Hotel Meeting

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