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Cheapest round-trip
$761
Typical prices: $794-$964
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/17Sat 2/24
FCO - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$670
Typical prices: $541-$772
KLM
Tue 1/9
FCO - CPT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rome and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 13% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Cheapest • Avg $647 (round-trip)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 14h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rome to Cape Town (ROM-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rome to Cape Town

Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 24
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8:55 am - 10:30 amFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:55 am - 6:45 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
21h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
$761Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:55 am - 11:00 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 9:45 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
17h 30m1 stop Istanbul
$785Turkish Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:55 am - 11:00 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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12:55 am - 9:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
22h 00m1 stop Istanbul
$802Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:30 pm - 10:40 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:30 am - 11:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
23h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$808KLM
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:25 pm - 1:35 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 10m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:30 pm - 11:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
22h 00m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
$809Kenya Airways
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 24
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8:50 pm - 11:35 amFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
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6:30 pm - 6:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
25h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
$813Emirates
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:30 pm - 10:40 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:30 am - 11:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
23h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$817KLM
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:30 pm - 10:40 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 am - 10:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
15h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$818Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 20
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8:15 pm - 9:35 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m1 stop Zurich
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8:20 pm - 12:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
17h 05m1 stop Zurich
$824SWISS
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 28
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7:25 pm - 12:05 pmFCO  Rome Fiumicino-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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12:55 am - 9:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-FCO Rome Fiumicino
22h 00m1 stop Istanbul
$825Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rome to Cape Town flights

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

What is the cheapest Rome to Cape Town flight route?

There's little price difference between Rome to Cape Town routes. They average around $878 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rome to Cape Town. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Cape Town at $765 round-trip.
•July ($1,149) and December ($1,126) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Rome to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Rome to Cape Town are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Rome to Cape Town flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$670
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Rome to Cape Town

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rome to Cape Town.

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

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

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

    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 Rome to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rome to Cape Town range from $794 to $964, with an average of $878 over the past 12 months. Anything below $794 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the $878 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Rome to Cape Town 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 $761 to $6,414. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rome to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,466, which is 132% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Rome to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $803 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $918, a difference of $115.

    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 Rome to Cape Town?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 08m, compared with 14h 30m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 15h 24m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Rome to Cape Town 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $803, about $115 less than Wednesday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rome to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average $765 round-trip in that month - typically $384 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 Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

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