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

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Ethiopian Air

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Etihad Airways

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 17

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 10

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Etihad Airways

Feb 25

JNB

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Mar 4

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Qatar Airways

Feb 18

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Qatar Airways

Mar 3

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Mar 10

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16h 30m

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 17

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Flights to Milan

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Etihad Airways

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Turkish Airlines

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Ethiopian Air

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Ethiopian Air

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Ethiopian Air

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Turkish Airlines

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Etihad Airways

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Flights to Venice Marco Polo Airport

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Emirates

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JNB

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VCE

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VCE

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Emirates

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Lufthansa

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Mar 12

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Emirates

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Flights to Naples

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Turkish Airlines

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Emirates

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SWISS

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Emirates

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Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 13

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R8 519Ethiopian Air

Wed, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 24

12:45 - 6:45

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R9 074Qatar Airways

Wed, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 24

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R9 090Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

17:50 - 23:45

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R9 391Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 29

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R9 693Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 24 - Thu, Apr 9

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R10 089Lufthansa

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

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R10 137Lufthansa

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13:15 - 8:00

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R10 279Emirates

Fri, Jun 12 - Fri, Jun 26

13:40 - 13:15

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VCE

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R11 152Emirates

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JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

9:50-5:40

1 stop20h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 13/3

22:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R8 503

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

14:30-4:35

1 stop15h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 24/2

23:00-13:05

1 stop13h 05m

R8 519

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

12:45-6:45

1 stop19h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 24/2

8:55-8:40

1 stop22h 45m

R9 074

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

13:45-6:45

1 stop18h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 10/3

15:10-8:40

1 stop16h 30m

R9 090

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

17:50-23:45

1 stop29h 55m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 29/4

6:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

R9 391

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-21:40

1 stop27h 30m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 9/4

19:45-10:30

1 stop14h 45m

R9 693

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

15:20-22:00

2 stops30h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 28/4

15:35-12:40

2 stops21h 05m

R10 089

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

6:05-23:00

2 stops17h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 18/3

14:20-7:40

1 stop16h 20m

R10 137

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

13:15-8:00

1 stop18h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 26/6

10:55-16:40

1 stop29h 45m

R10 279

Cape TownVenice

CPT - VCE

CPTVCE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

13:40-13:15

1 stop24h 35m

Venice Marco Polo

Thu 19/3

15:25-16:45

1 stop24h 20m

R11 152

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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 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	R4 981
Best Round-Trip Price	R8 503
Fastest flight time	18h 10m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Italy from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 981 (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 503 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Rome Fiumicino).

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The fastest flight to Italy from South Africa takes 18h 10m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Milan Malpensa).

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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, Piazza Navona, and PalaLottomatica, 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 R766 with easyJet, R902 with Wizz Air, and R1 283 with Ryanair.

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, 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 14h and , respectively.

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 15 as of January 2026.

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.