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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 March.

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$722
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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 $722. 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 $722.
As of March 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 March 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 Sunday, 16 March 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, SWISS 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

  • Travelling during a popular month such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the CPT - FCO route include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

  • Before getting your cheap ticket from CPT to FCO, check whether you need a visa to enter Italy. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated often. For the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.

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

  • $564 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. A return flight starts from $722. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • To score cheap flight tickets from CPT to FCO, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from CPT to FCO every day.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CPT:

Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near FCO:

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

  • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Rome. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 39 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 51 minutes.

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

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Rome. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to FCO in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 14ºC then.

More about Rome

  • After locking in your flights from CPT to FCO, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Rome. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:

  • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are must-have experiences during your Rome visit.

  • There's more than one way to get to and from Rome. Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is an alternative. Look into the flight deals and timetables available from this international airport.

Complete your Rome trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Rome.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.