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Airlines that fly from Cape Town to Rome

Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

87%Trains are 87% more expensive in Rome than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 16,00

RomeR 29,85

MealMid-priced restaurant

76%The average meal is 76% more expensive in Rome than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 175,00

RomeR 308,42

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

397%Taxis are 397% more expensive in Rome than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 20,00

RomeR 99,49

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

6%Coffee in Rome is 6% cheaper than in Cape Town.

Cape TownR 38,72

RomeR 36,33

Exchange rate

1 ZAR = 0.05 EUR

1 EUR = 20.02 ZAR

Last checked on Fri, 12/05

Distance: 8457 kms

Cape Town airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Rome airports

Fiumicino (FCO)How far from city centre: 23 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Cape Town to Rome

Planning a trip from Cape Town to Rome? eDreams can help you find the best flights to Rome from Cape Town. Rome, a vibrant city steeped in history and culture, offers a captivating blend of ancient wonders and modern delights.

Time Difference Between Cape Town and Rome

Rome is 1 hour behind Cape Town. Please remember to check for Daylight Saving Time differences, as they might affect the actual time difference during your travel dates. Booking your flights to Rome from Cape Town with eDreams ensures a smooth and hassle-free travel experience.

Best Time to Fly to Rome

Rome boasts beautiful weather year-round. Spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures, ideal for exploring the ancient ruins and vibrant streets. Summer in Rome is hot and sunny, perfect for enjoying the many outdoor cafes and gelaterias. Winter is mild, with occasional rainfall. In spring, temperatures range from 10°C to 20°C and reach up to 30°C during summer and drop to 5-15°C in winter. Consider booking your flights to Rome from Cape Town with eDreams and choose the ideal time to suit your preferences. Let us help you plan your unforgettable Roman adventure today.

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the primary airport serving Cape Town. It's the second busiest airport in South Africa and the fourth busiest in Africa, offering both domestic and international flights to Rome from Cape Town.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport is located approximately 20 kilometres from the city centre. It offers scheduled passenger services, with separate domestic and international terminals connected by a central terminal. The airport first opened in 1954, replacing Wingfield Aerodrome.

Main Airlines for this Route

These are some of the airlines that fly from Cape Town to Rome:

British Airways
Lufthansa
KLM

Rome Airports

Rome has two main passenger airports: Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino Airport (CIA). They serve millions of passengers yearly, offering various flights to Rome from Cape Town and other destinations.

Airport Information

Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Fiumicino Airport, officially Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, is Rome's primary airport. It offers numerous facilities, including shops, restaurants, and duty-free. Transport options from FCO to the city centre include the Leonardo Express train to Termini Station (approximately 32 minutes), taxis with fixed fares (around €50-€55), and airport shuttle buses (around €7). You can find car rental services with eDreams at FCO to facilitate your travel around Rome. Consider booking your flights to Rome from Cape Town via eDreams and explore our car rental options.

Ciampino Airport (CIA)

Ciampino Airport (CIA) is smaller than FCO and mainly serves budget airlines. Facilities are available, although more limited than at FCO. Public transport (around €1.50-€2), taxis, and airport shuttle buses (approximately €7) connect CIA to the city centre. The cheapest option for flights to Rome from Cape Town might involve flying into CIA, so check eDreams for available options.

Car Rental Services

eDreams provides car rental services at both FCO and CIA, offering flexible transport options. Booking a car with eDreams through eDreams can complement your flights to Rome from Cape Town.

What to Do and See in Rome

Thinking about booking flights to Rome from Cape Town? Rome, the Eternal City, offers a captivating blend of ancient wonders and modern delights. Here are a few must-do activities:

Colosseum and Roman Forum: Explore the iconic Colosseum, where gladiators once battled, and wander through the ruins of the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Roman life.
Vatican City: Visit St. Peter's Basilica, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, and the Vatican Museums, home to the Sistine Chapel and a vast collection of art and artifacts.
Trevi Fountain: Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain and admire its Baroque beauty. Legend has it that doing so ensures a return trip to Rome. Don't forget to book your flights to Rome from Cape Town with eDreams!

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Rome

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Italy. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Cape Town to Rome, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Cape Town to Rome is R6534. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Rome more expensive than Cape Town to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Rome costs about $ 99.49 ZAR, 397% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of $ 20.00 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 87% more at Rome: $ 29.85 ZAR versus $ 16.00 ZAR at Cape Town.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 308.42 ZAR in Rome, 76% more than the 175.00 ZAR in Cape Town.

The price of the coffee is around 6% cheaper in Rome, with an average of 36.33 ZAR, while in Cape Town the coffee costs 38.72 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Rome take?

Flight length from Cape Town to Rome is around 13:31 hours on average, at an average distance of 9 894 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Rome compared to Cape Town?

While in Cape Town the temperatures can reach an average of 28.98 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Rome's temperatures can go up to 33.63 ºC during the hot season, with 12 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -2.32 ºC in Rome, compared to the 4.54 ºC average degrees reported in Cape Town. During the winter period, Cape Town can register 12 mm precipitation, while Rome have an average of 9 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Cape Town and Rome?

The main route from Cape Town to Rome is: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Fiumicino (FCO). The following airlines fly this route:

Lufthansa.

Klm Royal Dutch Airlines.

Turkish Airlines.

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