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$510+ Cheap flights from Rome (ROM) to Cape Town (CPT)

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ROM — CPT
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Rome to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Rome to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rome (ROM) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$600
(KLM)

One-way from

$510
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

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May

Average price

$791
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Cheapest flights from Rome to Cape Town
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This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1312:45 pmFCO - CPT
1 stop32h 25mKLM
Sun 5/2511:15 pmCPT - FCO
1 stop17h 20mKLM
Deal found 1/30$600
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/111:00 pmFCO - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 6/112:35 pmCPT - FCO
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/30$696
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/110:30 pmFCO - CPT
1 stop36h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 6/119:00 amCPT - FCO
2 stops35h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/30$838
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/102:55 pmFCO - CPT
1 stop19h 45mEmirates
Thu 2/201:40 pmCPT - FCO
1 stop30h 05mEmirates
Deal found 1/30$846
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/102:50 pmFCO - CPT
2 stops49h 35mSWISS
Wed 2/192:10 pmCPT - FCO
2 stops30h 00mSWISS
Deal found 1/30$898
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/17:45 pmFCO - CPT
2 stops38h 10mLufthansa
Sat 2/89:30 amCPT - FCO
1 stop14h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 1/30$1,048
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/126:00 amFCO - CPT
2 stops38h 40mKenya Airways
Sun 2/232:25 pmCPT - FCO
3 stops30h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/30$1,215
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/245:20 pmFCO - CPT
1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 4/96:55 pmCPT - FCO
1 stop28h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/30$1,233
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/23:30 pmFCO - CPT
1 stop20h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/234:35 pmCPT - FCO
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,401
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/26:35 pmFCO - CPT
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/233:20 pmCPT - FCO
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,532

Find flights from Rome to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rome to Cape Town 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 5/13

12:45 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/25

11:15 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$600

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 6/1

11:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/11

2:35 pm-5:35 am

1 stop15h 00m

$696

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 6/1

10:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/11

9:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$838

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 2/10

2:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop19h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/20

1:40 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$846

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 2/10

2:50 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/19

2:10 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$898

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-1:35 pm

3 stops30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/23

2:25 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops30h 45m

$1,215

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 3/24

5:20 pm-10:20 am

1 stop16h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/9

6:55 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,233

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 3/12

7:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/16

2:25 pm-1:50 pm

3 stops24h 25m

$3,333

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 5/30

7:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 55m

$510

RomeCape Town

FCO - CPT

FCOCPT

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 7/1

8:45 am-1:45 pm

3 stops29h 00m

$529

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Compare providers for flights from Rome to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Rome to Cape Town in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Rome-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Rome-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Rome-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rome-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Rome-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Rome to Cape Town

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Rome to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rome to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Rome to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ROM to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Rome to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Rome to Cape Town in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,718 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,475 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,330 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Rome?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Rome, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Rome to Cape Town Intl per day from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rome to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Rome to Cape Town is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $600 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, starting at $696 and $838 round-trip. KLM is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rome to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Rome to Cape Town are Turkish Airlines ($510), KLM ($552), and Air France ($565).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rome to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rome to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rome to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rome to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rome to Cape Town 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 Rome to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rome to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Rome to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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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