How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from Italy to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Rome to Cape Town is 13h 35m on average, while flying from Milan to Cape Town is 14h on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

What is the most punctual flight time for Italy to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Italy to Cape Town flights?

According to our data, Aklak Inc. have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 100% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Italy to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Italy and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 124 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Italy to Cape Town Intl?

Iberia, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Italy to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport is 1 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport?

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 from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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17:45 - 9:50

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Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 11

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R11 328Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 22

Lufthansa flights from Italy to Cape Town

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Apr 15

LIN15:20Milan Linate

18h 10m

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CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

Apr 21

CPT17:55Cape Town Intl

18h 05m

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Apr 15

MXP14:50Milan Malpensa

18h 40m

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Apr 21

CPT14:15Cape Town Intl

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Apr 22

VCE18:40Venice Marco Polo

14h 50m

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CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

May 10

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

31h 10m

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VCE22:30Venice Marco Polo

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Apr 9

MXP14:55Milan Malpensa

16h 30m

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CPT7:25Cape Town Intl

Apr 24

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Apr 6

MXP5:50Milan Malpensa

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CPT19:15Cape Town Intl

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VCE14:50Venice Marco Polo

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Cape Town Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Italy, with most prices found around R11 552. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R11 743.

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You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Italy to Cape Town flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 00m
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The fastest flight from Italy to Cape Town takes 13h 00m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport is 1 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport?
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 from Italy to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

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