Cape Town to Rome Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Rome (ROM) connect South Africa and Italy. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,450 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 to 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and ROM, FCO, CIA. The reverse route is Rome to Cape Town. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Rome, Italy
- Distance
- 8,450 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 to 12 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- ROM, FCO, CIA
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Rome
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Route overview
Cape Town to Rome is a city-pair air route between South Africa and Italy. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and ROM. Related codes: CPT → ROM, FCO, CIA.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,450 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 to 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Rome airports and metro codes: ROM, FCO, CIA.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Rome to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Rome.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Rome?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Rome typically take about 11 to 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Rome?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Rome is approximately 8,450 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Rome?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Rome is commonly searched with code ROM (related: ROM, FCO, CIA).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Rome?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Rome to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Rome to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,450 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Rome route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with Italy (Rome).