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Johannesburg.$526 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 1, returning Sat, Mar 14.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Mar 14, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $526, select.

Johannesburg.$538 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 9, returning Tue, Sep 23.Round-trip flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $538, select.

Johannesburg.$538 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 7, returning Tue, Oct 14.Round-trip flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, Oct 7, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Oct 14, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $538, select.

Johannesburg.$542 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 19, returning Wed, Jan 28.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, Jan 19, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Jan 28, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $542, select.

Johannesburg.$548 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 15, returning Wed, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, Oct 15, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Nov 5, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $548, select.

Johannesburg.$548 per passenger.Departing Sun, Mar 1, returning Wed, Apr 1.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, Mar 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Apr 1, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $548, select.

Johannesburg.$550 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 23, returning Sun, Nov 30.Round-trip flight with SWISS and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, Nov 23, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Nov 30, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $550, select.

Johannesburg.$551 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 17, returning Thu, Feb 26.Round-trip flight with SWISS and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, Feb 17, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, Feb 26, arriving in Rome Fiumicino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $551, select.

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Rome to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$526
Cheapest month to fly	March

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 round-trip flights from Rome to Johannesburg?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Rome to Johannesburg is $526. 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 $526.

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

There are no flights flying from Rome to Johannesburg, as of July 2025.

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

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

What's the cheapest airport to fly to 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 center of Johannesburg. We've found flights to this airport from $526.

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, March 1, 2026.

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 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.

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

The cheapest airline that flies to Johannesburg is Ethiopian Airlines.

Traveling from Rome to Johannesburg: what you need to know

There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when searching for a flight from Rome to Johannesburg.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is where you'll be arriving in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Rome and is in 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. This will give you enough time to board your Rome to Johannesburg flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period 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 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)

We make it easy to book a Rome to Johannesburg flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometers in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% touch down on time at their destination.

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

You can get to CIA from the center of Rome in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometers or so.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to Johannesburg, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.18%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.

Arriving in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is approximately 23 kilometers from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when traveling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Johannesburg. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

As soon as your flight from Rome to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can reach the city center in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometers from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA can get you a lower rate.

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 looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Johannesburg right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Rome to Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are a couple of major attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.

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 kilometers 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 kilometers north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favorite stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.