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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Lufthansa

Jan 18

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Ethiopian Air

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Etihad Airways

Jan 23

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Etihad Airways

Jan 14

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 5

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Etihad Airways

Jan 26

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FCO

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Etihad Airways

Jan 25

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Feb 1

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 18

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 9

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Ethiopian Air

Jun 2

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Turkish Airlines

May 18

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Lufthansa

Jan 15

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Flights to Milan

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Lufthansa

Mar 18

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Apr 25

MXP

21h 15m

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Lufthansa

Jan 22

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LIN

Feb 4

LIN

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Lufthansa

Mar 18

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LIN

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LIN

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 19

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 22

JNB

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LIN

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LIN

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Brussels Airlines

Jan 22

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26h 25m

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MXP

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Mar 18

JNB

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LIN

Apr 25

LIN

19h 55m

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R9 587

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Austrian Airlines

Jan 22

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LIN

Feb 4

LIN

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 19

CPT

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 6

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 6

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Mar 10

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Lufthansa

Mar 19

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LIN

Apr 23

LIN

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Flights to Venice

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Lufthansa

Jan 22

JNB

15h 05m

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VCE

Feb 4

VCE

17h 40m

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 9

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VCE

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 9

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VCE

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Austrian Airlines

Feb 9

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Emirates

May 22

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May 26

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Multiple Airlines

Jun 13

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SWISS

Jun 13

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Multiple Airlines

Jan 22

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SWISS

Jan 22

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 7

CPT

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VCE

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VCE

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R11 900

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SWISS

Feb 8

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VCE

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Emirates

May 7

DUR

18h 50m

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VCE

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Flights to Naples

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Emirates

May 18

JNB

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May 21

NAP

27h 15m

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R10 519

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Emirates

May 18

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May 21

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Turkish Airlines

May 1

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Turkish Airlines

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May 1

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May 1

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Emirates

May 18

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Emirates

May 18

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Kenya Airways

Apr 30

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May 1

JNB

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NAP

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Flights to Pisa

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Emirates

May 22

JNB

22h 40m

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PSA

May 26

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10:10 - 23:00

JNB

FCO

13h 50m1 stop

14:20 - 7:05

FCO

JNB

15h 45m1 stop

R8 821Lufthansa

Sun, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 2

14:30 - 4:35

JNB

FCO

15h 05m1 stop

23:00 - 13:05

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R8 921Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 28

9:50 - 5:40

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FCO

20h 50m1 stop

10:25 - 8:20

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R8 988Etihad Airways

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

9:50 - 18:00

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FCO

33h 10m1 stop

22:00 - 8:20

FCO

JNB

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R9 004Etihad Airways

Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Mar 11

14:30 - 4:35

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FCO

15h 05m1 stop

23:00 - 13:05

FCO

JNB

13h 05m1 stop

R9 071Ethiopian Air

Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12

19:45 - 10:50

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MXP

16h 05m1 stop

11:20 - 8:35

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JNB

21h 15m1 stop

R9 470Lufthansa

Wed, Mar 18 - Sat, Apr 25

17:15 - 13:50

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FCO

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R9 487Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

16:35 - 18:25

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FCO

25h 50m1 stop

20:00 - 11:50

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R9 886Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Mon, Jun 8

13:40 - 18:45

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30h 05m1 stop

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R10 868Emirates

Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 19

13:40 - 18:45

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FCO

30h 05m1 stop

10:55 - 16:40

FCO

CPT

29h 45m1 stop

R10 885Emirates

Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, May 31

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JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

10:10-23:00

1 stop13h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 2/2

14:20-7:05

1 stop15h 45m

R8 821

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

14:30-4:35

1 stop15h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 28/1

23:00-13:05

1 stop13h 05m

R8 921

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

9:50-5:40

1 stop20h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 30/1

10:25-8:20

1 stop20h 55m

R8 988

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

9:50-18:00

1 stop33h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 11/3

22:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R9 004

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

14:30-4:35

1 stop15h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 12/3

23:00-13:05

1 stop13h 05m

R9 071

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:45-10:50

1 stop16h 05m

Milan Malpensa

Sat 25/4

11:20-8:35

1 stop21h 15m

R9 470

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

17:15-13:50

1 stop21h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 16/2

11:15-11:50

1 stop23h 35m

R9 487

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

16:35-18:25

1 stop25h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 8/6

20:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

R9 886

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

13:40-18:45

1 stop30h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 19/2

20:50-16:45

1 stop18h 55m

R10 868

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

13:40-18:45

1 stop30h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 31/5

10:55-16:40

1 stop29h 45m

R10 885

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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 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Italy. Keep in mind that there are 14 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 276
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 821
Fastest flight time	14h 15m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Italy from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 276 (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 821 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rome Fiumicino).

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The fastest flight to Italy from South Africa takes 14h 15m (Cape Town Intl to Milan Linate).

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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 R947 with Wizz Air, R1 346 with Ryanair, and R1 548 with easyJet.

Which airlines fly to Italy?

There are 14 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, 29% 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 37h 40m 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.