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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Johannesburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.R 6,785 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,785, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,217 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,217, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,232 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,232, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,476 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,476, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,516 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,516, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,536 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,536, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,718 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,718, select.

Johannesburg.R 7,736 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,736, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Johannesburg

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

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Alternative Rome to Johannesburg routes

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Rome to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 6,785
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Johannesburg?

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.

How much are return flights from Rome to Johannesburg?

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Johannesburg is R 8,644. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Rome to Johannesburg?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rome to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 8,644.

How many flights are there a week from Rome to Johannesburg?

As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from Rome to Johannesburg.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rome to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Johannesburg is usually December.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Johannesburg?

If you're flying from Rome, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from R 8,644.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Rome to Johannesburg on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Johannesburg on Sunday, 14 December 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Rome to Johannesburg?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rome and Johannesburg. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Rome to Johannesburg?

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 Johannesburg 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Johannesburg?

In October, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Rome to Johannesburg with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Johannesburg is Ethiopian Airlines .

Travelling from Rome to Johannesburg: what you need to know

Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to Johannesburg. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
Touch down at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the major arrival point in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Rome and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Rome to Johannesburg flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Johannesburg

To find cheap Rome to Johannesburg flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Rome to Johannesburg is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up an awesome deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Rome to Johannesburg.
Find a cheap Rome to Johannesburg flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Rome to Johannesburg flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
- Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Johannesburg, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
70.57% of flights that leave from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on time.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

CIA is about 13 kilometres from central Rome. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to Johannesburg? Relax in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
73% of flights taking off from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

Arriving in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Johannesburg and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Rome to Johannesburg flight.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

As soon as your flight from Rome to Johannesburg has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make picking up a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

July is the most popular month for flights from Rome to Johannesburg. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Johannesburg in February.
Lock in a Rome to Johannesburg ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Johannesburg to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap flights from Rome to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Johannesburg

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Rome to Johannesburg:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are must-visits when exploring Johannesburg.

Explore more of South Africa

Johannesburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.