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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Rome? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,315. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Rome flights are currently cheapest in October.

Alternative Cape Town to Rome routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cape Town to Rome? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Cape Town to Rome: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,554
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Rome: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Rome: Rome Ciampino and Rome Fiumicino.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Rome is R 10,244. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Rome. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,244.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Rome.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome is usually August.
If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Rome is Rome Fiumicino – which is 22.9 km away from the centre of Rome. We've found flights into this airport from R 10,244.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Rome on Tuesday, 11 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Rome. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Rome but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Rome is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. August is typically the warmest month in Rome, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Airlink offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rome.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Rome: what you need to know

  • Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is one hour behind Cape Town.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your CPT to Rome flight.

  • During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from CPT to Rome, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • CPT is about 18 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Rome, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • 81% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of CPT.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Rome

  • R 4,554 is currently the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Rome flight. Return plane tickets start at R 10,244. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • To find cheap flights from CPT to Rome, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Rome across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from CPT to Rome is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a new discount appears.

  • Save money on your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Rome with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Rome

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • The distance from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from CPT to Rome.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

  • Once your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Rome has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).

  • Public transport will get you there in about 20 minutes.

  • After stepping off your CPT to Rome flight, unwind at a hotel near CIA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from CIA one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Rome

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Rome. August is the busiest month to travel to Rome. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Cape Town International Airport to Rome plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CPT to Rome in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

More about Rome

  • Start your Rome trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Rome, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are popular attractions which should be on any good Rome itinerary.

Explore more of Italy

  • Rome is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres northwest of Rome, a visit to Milan will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of Italy, consider Naples, roughly 193 kilometres southeast of Rome. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are highlights.

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