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Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Rome (FCO)

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Rome.$879 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $879, select.
Rome.$904 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $904, select.
Rome.$905 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $905, select.
Rome.$909 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.
Rome.$909 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.
Rome.$909 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.
Rome.$911 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $911, select.
Rome.$942 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $942, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from $904
Jul
from $1,152
Aug
from $942
Sep
from $909
Oct
from $985
Nov
from $879
Dec
from $993
Jan
from $1,234
Feb
from $1,181
Mar
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Apr
from $1,187
May
from $1,096

Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Rome below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Rome Fiumicino.

Cape Town to Rome: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$879
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino is $879. 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 Fiumicino. But we found flights with one or more stops from $879.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Rome Fiumicino is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport on Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Rome Fiumicino Airport. 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 Fiumicino 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.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Rome Fiumicino.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Cape Town.

  • To ensure you catch your CPT to FCO flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CPT and FCO include:

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • At the moment, $417 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $879. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from CPT to FCO, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CPT to FCO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that depart CPT arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and chase adventure across Rome and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to central Rome has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Rome in January.

  • The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to FCO sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Italy

  • You've visited Rome, now it's time to explore other corners of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its top sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in Italy, consider Naples, roughly 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are the start of reasons to visit.

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