What are the most popular cities to visit in Italy?

Italy is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (40%) visit Rome more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Italy include Milan and Venice.

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Flights to Rome

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Etihad Airways

Jan 26

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Turkish Airlines

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Ethiopian Air

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Turkish Airlines

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Flights to Milan

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Jan 29

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 19

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Etihad Airways

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Turkish Airlines

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Lufthansa

May 14

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LIN

May 27

LIN

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Flights to Venice

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Condor

May 19

JNB

15h 50m

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Emirates

Apr 13

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Multiple Airlines

May 19

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Turkish Airlines

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Brussels Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 29

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British Airways

Jan 23

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Jan 29

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Air France

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Flights to Naples

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Lufthansa

Jan 28

JNB

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 28

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Flights to Pisa

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British Airways

May 3

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9:50 - 18:00

JNB

FCO

33h 10m1 stop

22:00 - 8:20

FCO

JNB

33h 20m1 stop

R8 963Etihad Airways

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2

10:10 - 23:00

JNB

FCO

13h 50m1 stop

14:50 - 10:30

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18h 40m1 stop

R9 165Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 2

19:45 - 12:40

JNB

FCO

17h 55m1 stop

7:05 - 9:30

FCO

JNB

25h 25m1 stop

R9 232Lufthansa

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

14:30 - 5:20

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MXP

15h 50m1 stop

22:55 - 20:10

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JNB

20h 15m1 stop

R9 468Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

13:50 - 4:35

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FCO

15h 45m1 stop

23:00 - 13:45

FCO

CPT

13h 45m1 stop

R9 485Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

19:45 - 8:55

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FCO

14h 10m1 stop

14:20 - 9:30

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JNB

18h 10m2 stops

R9 602Lufthansa

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

17:55 - 9:20

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FCO

15h 25m1 stop

15:25 - 10:35

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JNB

19h 10m1 stop

R9 787Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14

17:15 - 18:35

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FCO

26h 20m1 stop

11:15 - 11:50

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CPT

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R9 821Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

18:30 - 18:45

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FCO

25h 15m1 stop

20:50 - 11:40

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CPT

37h 50m1 stop

R10 309Emirates

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

13:40 - 12:40

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FCO

24h 00m1 stop

11:30 - 11:35

FCO

CPT

24h 05m1 stop

R10 342Emirates

Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31

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JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

9:50-18:00

1 stop33h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 2/2

22:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R8 963

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

10:10-23:00

1 stop13h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 2/2

14:50-10:30

1 stop18h 40m

R9 165

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:45-12:40

1 stop17h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 3/2

7:05-9:30

1 stop25h 25m

R9 232

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

14:30-5:20

1 stop15h 50m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 5/2

22:55-20:10

1 stop20h 15m

R9 468

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

13:50-4:35

1 stop15h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 5/2

23:00-13:45

1 stop13h 45m

R9 485

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:45-8:55

1 stop14h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 3/2

14:20-9:30

2 stops18h 10m

R9 602

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

17:55-9:20

1 stop15h 25m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 14/4

15:25-10:35

1 stop19h 10m

R9 787

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

17:15-18:35

1 stop26h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 3/2

11:15-11:50

1 stop23h 35m

R9 821

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

18:30-18:45

1 stop25h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 4/2

20:50-11:40

1 stop37h 50m

R10 309

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/3

13:40-12:40

1 stop24h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 31/3

11:30-11:35

1 stop24h 05m

R10 342

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Italy flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Italy?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Italy from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Italy. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Italy on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Italy flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 331
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 963
Fastest flight time	15h 40m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Italy from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 331 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rome Fiumicino).

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The best round-trip flight price to Italy from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 963 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rome Fiumicino).

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The fastest flight to Italy from South Africa takes 15h 40m (Cape Town Intl to Venice Marco Polo).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Italy, with a 15% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Italy

What popular landmarks are in Italy?

Italy is full of notable places to explore, many with significant historical value to the region and the world. Some of the most popular landmarks in Italy are Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Piazza del Plebiscito, PalaLottomatica, and Piazza Navona, among many more.

What is the best airport to land at to visit Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn?

Flying into Naples Airport is typically the best way to visit Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to Italy?

The cheapest flights to Italy recently found by momondo users are R957 with Wizz Air, R1 360 with Ryanair, and R1 564 with easyJet.

Which airlines fly to Italy?

There are 13 airlines that fly to Italy on a routine basis, but Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Emirates happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 30% of those who searched for flights to Italy looked to travel with Qatar Airways, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

What is the most popular airport in Italy to fly to?

Naples is the most popular airport in Italy to fly to at the moment. Out of all our users who flew to Italy in the past year, 11% of them chose to fly into Naples’s Naples airport. Keep in mind that there may be other airports within Italy that are also a great option to fly to.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Italy?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg OR Tambo or Cape Town Intl, and flying into Italy, then you can expect flight times to average 14h 05m and , respectively.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Italy?

Wednesday is the best day of the week to fly to Italy based on flight prices. Tuesday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to Italy, then try to avoid flying out on a Saturday since this is when prices are at their highest.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Italy?

Prices for flights to Italy were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Italy?

The number of operators available for flights to Italy is 17 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Italy?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Italy.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Italy?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Italy may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Italy. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Italy?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Italy. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Can I find flights to Italy with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Italy to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Italy?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Italy, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.