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 Venice to Cape Town is 14h 05m on average, while flying from Milan to Cape Town is 14h 30m 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.

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

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Italy to Cape Town Intl

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.

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 July 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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23:40 - 14:10

MXP

CPT

14h 30m

1 stop

13:50 - 5:50

CPT

MXP

16h 00m

1 stop

R10 222Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 8

23:40 - 14:10

MXP

CPT

14h 30m

1 stop

13:50 - 5:50

CPT

MXP

16h 00m

1 stop

R10 320Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

20:15 - 20:55

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CPT

24h 40m

1 stop

22:35 - 19:25

CPT

FCO

20h 50m

1 stop

R11 043SWISS

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 18

20:15 - 20:55

FCO

CPT

24h 40m

1 stop

22:35 - 19:25

CPT

FCO

20h 50m

1 stop

R11 060SWISS

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 18

11:35 - 12:40

FCO

CPT

25h 05m

2 stops

0:10 - 7:40

CPT

FCO

31h 30m

2 stops

R11 175Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Sep 27

20:35 - 22:10

BGY

CPT

25h 35m

1 stop

0:10 - 17:50

CPT

BGY

17h 40m

1 stop

R11 191Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7

18:40 - 9:30

VCE

CPT

14h 50m

1 stop

17:55 - 18:00

CPT

VCE

24h 05m

1 stop

R11 668Lufthansa

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 24

9:45 - 7:40

LIN

CPT

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9:30 - 9:00

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LIN

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R12 177Lufthansa

Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 3

11:00 - 5:50

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CPT

18h 50m

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23:15 - 15:55

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LIN

16h 40m

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R12 604KLM

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

19:50 - 21:10

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CPT

25h 20m

1 stop

7:40 - 18:45

CPT

LIN

35h 05m

1 stop

R12 621KLM

Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 11

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SWISS flights from Italy to Cape Town

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SWISS

Oct 26

MXP19:20Milan Malpensa

35h 15m

1 stop

CPT7:35Cape Town Intl

Nov 6

CPT9:20Cape Town Intl

14h 30m

1 stop

MXP22:50Milan Malpensa

R11 010

SWISS

Sept 4

FCO20:15Rome Fiumicino

24h 40m

1 stop

CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

Sept 18

CPT22:35Cape Town Intl

20h 50m

1 stop

FCO19:25Rome Fiumicino

R11 043

SWISS

Sept 4

FCO20:15Rome Fiumicino

24h 40m

1 stop

CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

Sept 18

CPT22:35Cape Town Intl

20h 50m

1 stop

FCO19:25Rome Fiumicino

R11 060

Air France flights from Italy to Cape Town

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Nov 28

LIN12:20Milan Linate

16h 30m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

Dec 9

CPT7:55Cape Town Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

LIN8:45Milan Linate

R12 637

Air France

Nov 27

LIN20:25Milan Linate

32h 25m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT7:55Cape Town Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

LIN8:45Milan Linate

R12 785

Air France

Dec 4

LIN9:45Milan Linate

19h 05m

1 stop

CPT5:50Cape Town Intl

Dec 14

CPT7:55Cape Town Intl

15h 30m

1 stop

LIN22:25Milan Linate

R12 802

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1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

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Thu 3/9

23:40-14:10

1 stop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

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13:50-5:50

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R10 320

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Rome Fiumicino

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20:15-20:55

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Rome Fiumicino

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11:35-12:40

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0:10-7:40

2 stops31h 30m

R11 175

BergamoCape Town

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BGYCPT

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

Thu 24/9

20:35-22:10

1 stop25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

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0:10-17:50

1 stop17h 40m

R11 191

VeniceCape Town

VCE - CPT

VCECPT

Venice Marco Polo

Tue 15/9

18:40-9:30

1 stop14h 50m

Cape Town Intl

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17:55-18:00

1 stop24h 05m

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LINCPT

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Mon 18/1

9:45-7:40

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

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9:30-9:00

1 stop24h 30m

R12 177

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LIN - CPT

LINCPT

Milan Linate

Thu 3/9

11:00-5:50

1 stop18h 50m

Cape Town Intl

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23:15-15:55

1 stop16h 40m

R12 604

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LIN - CPT

LINCPT

Milan Linate

Sun 6/9

19:50-21:10

1 stop25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-18:45

1 stop35h 05m

R12 621

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Italy, with most prices found around R12 309. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of January, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 966.

Can stopping save me money on Italy to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a Italy to Cape Town flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 15m
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The fastest flight from Italy to Cape Town takes 13h 15m

There are no direct flights from Italy to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Italy to Cape Town.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Italy to Cape Town

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 July 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.

Best airlines flying from Italy to Cape Town

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SWISS	PriceFrom R10 921	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 2 019 reviews		Search SWISS flights

Stellenbosch

Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

Porterville

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