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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs185,252. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.Rs107,800 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs107,800, select.
Johannesburg.Rs119,497 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs119,497, select.
Johannesburg.Rs121,840 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs121,840, select.
Johannesburg.Rs124,970 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs124,970, select.
Johannesburg.Rs126,136 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs126,136, select.
Johannesburg.Rs127,084 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,084, select.
Johannesburg.Rs127,401 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,401, select.
Johannesburg.Rs127,609 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,609, select.
Johannesburg.Rs133,407 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs133,407, select.
Johannesburg.Rs134,039 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,039, select.
Johannesburg.Rs134,355 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 29 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,355, select.
Johannesburg.Rs134,672 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 10 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,672, select.
Johannesburg.Rs137,558 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs137,558, 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 August.
Jul
from Rs121,840
Aug
from Rs107,800
Sep
from Rs126,136
Oct
from Rs127,084
Nov
from Rs127,609
Dec
from Rs133,407
Jan
from Rs127,401
Feb
from Rs124,970
Mar
from Rs119,497
Apr
from Rs134,039
May
from Rs134,355
Jun
from Rs134,672

Alternative Rome to Johannesburg routes

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

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg
ClosestCheapest
from Rs107,800
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Lanseria

32km from central Johannesburg
from Rs157,433
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Rome to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs107,800
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Johannesburg is Rs158,015. 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 Rome to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs158,065.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Rome to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Johannesburg is usually September.
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 Rs158,015.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Johannesburg on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rome and Johannesburg. 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 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.

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.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 11°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Johannesburg is Etihad Airways .

Travelling from Rome to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • Rome is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Johannesburg flying out of Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).

  • Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is where you'll be landing in Johannesburg.

  • The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rome.

  • To ensure you catch your Rome to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Johannesburg

  • To find cheap Rome to Johannesburg flights, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Rome to Johannesburg across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Rome to Johannesburg couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Rome to Johannesburg flights.

Flying from Rome

Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • We make it a cinch to find a Rome to Johannesburg flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Rome Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)

    • Paris 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 on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Rome to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Rome Fiumicino Airport:

  • Of all flights departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

  • You can reach CIA from the centre of Rome in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to Johannesburg, unwind in one of these hotels near Rome Ciampino Airport:

  • Most flights that leave Rome Ciampino Airport land at their destination right on cue. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.

Arriving in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

  • Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Johannesburg. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.

  • To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks in advance of your Rome to Johannesburg flight.

Lanseria Airport (HLA)

  • After your flight from Rome to Johannesburg has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometres from Lanseria Airport (HLA).

  • If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near HLA. Tuck yourself in after your Rome to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Pick up a Lanseria Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Rental and Firefly powered by Hertz.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA will help you save.

Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport (QRA)

  • Once your flight from Rome to Johannesburg has landed, the city centre awaits. Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport (QRA) is around 11 kilometres from central Johannesburg.

  • Travel straight from arrivals to your hotel with no interruptions by picking up a Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport rental car. You can book with trusted names here like Avis and Budget.

  • If you'd like a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Secure your ride from QRA a few weeks ahead of your flight from Rome to Johannesburg.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Rome to Johannesburg. April is the busiest month for a trip to Johannesburg. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.

  • Book a Rome to Johannesburg ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Johannesburg to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from Rome to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Johannesburg, browse our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela Statue and Top of Africa are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 21 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include Soweto, Hector Pieterson Memorial and Mandela's House.

  • Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Nelson Mandela Statue, Ditsong National Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rome to Johannesburg

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