How often are flights from Italy to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Italy and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

How long is the flight from Italy to South Africa?

On average, it takes 14h 30m to fly from Italy to South Africa if you fly out of Venice (the most popular airport in Italy) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Naples and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 16h 30m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Italy to South Africa?

Air Algerie, Egyptair, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Italy to South Africa

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 most punctual flight time for Italy to South Africa 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.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Italy to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Italy to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Italy to South Africa?

As of April 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Italy to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Italy to South Africa?

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 South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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14:30 - 8:30

FCO

JNB

18h 00m

1 stop

20:40 - 13:30

JNB

FCO

16h 50m

1 stop

R7 683Air Algerie

Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 8

14:30 - 9:15

FCO

JNB

18h 45m

1 stop

20:00 - 13:30

JNB

FCO

17h 30m

1 stop

R7 716Air Algerie

Tue, Jun 16 - Mon, Jun 29

23:40 - 13:25

MXP

JNB

13h 45m

1 stop

14:30 - 5:50

JNB

MXP

15h 20m

1 stop

R9 570Ethiopian Air

Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27

22:55 - 8:20

MXP

JNB

33h 25m

1 stop

9:50 - 6:45

JNB

MXP

20h 55m

1 stop

R9 984Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

22:55 - 8:20

MXP

JNB

33h 25m

1 stop

9:50 - 6:45

JNB

MXP

20h 55m

1 stop

R10 001Etihad Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Thu, Jun 25

14:05 - 9:40

VCE

JNB

19h 35m

2 stops

13:30 - 13:05

JNB

VCE

23h 35m

2 stops

R11 325Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

10:45 - 9:50

VCE

JNB

23h 05m

1 stop

18:55 - 9:55

JNB

VCE

15h 00m

1 stop

R11 392Air Europa

Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 19

18:35 - 9:50

VCE

JNB

15h 15m

1 stop

18:55 - 9:55

JNB

VCE

15h 00m

1 stop

R11 408Air Europa

Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 19

14:05 - 9:40

VCE

JNB

19h 35m

2 stops

13:30 - 13:05

JNB

VCE

23h 35m

2 stops

R11 524Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

23:40 - 14:10

MXP

CPT

14h 30m

1 stop

15:10 - 5:50

CPT

MXP

14h 40m

1 stop

R12 584Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 4

Etihad Airways flights from Italy to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Aug 25

FCO23:00Rome Fiumicino

33h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 14

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 25m

1 stop

FCO18:15Rome Fiumicino

R9 454

Etihad Airways

Jun 18

FCO11:35Rome Fiumicino

20h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 24

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

FCO6:25Rome Fiumicino

R9 603

Etihad Airways

Sept 2

FCO11:35Rome Fiumicino

20h 45m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 13

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

FCO6:25Rome Fiumicino

R9 637

Turkish Airlines flights from Italy to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

May 16

FCO10:50Rome Fiumicino

22h 50m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 17

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m

1 stop

FCO18:25Rome Fiumicino

R10 481

Turkish Airlines

May 16

FCO10:50Rome Fiumicino

22h 50m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 17

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m

1 stop

FCO18:25Rome Fiumicino

R10 547

Turkish Airlines

Jun 9

FCO20:00Rome Fiumicino

14h 30m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 16

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m

1 stop

FCO23:35Rome Fiumicino

R10 762

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Rome Fiumicino

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20:00-13:30

1 stop17h 30m

R7 716

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MXP - JNB

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Wed 20/5

23:40-13:25

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14:30-5:50

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R9 570

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9:50-6:45

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R10 001

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VCE - JNB

VCEJNB

Venice Marco Polo

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14:05-9:40

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Venice Marco Polo

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18:35-9:50

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18:55-9:55

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Venice Marco Polo

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

15:10-5:50

1 stop14h 40m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Italy is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R2 997, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until December to fly from Italy, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R3 461.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Italy to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Italy when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R10 982 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Italy for as low as R9 570 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 48% on your flight if you consider stops on a Italy to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 05m
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The fastest flight from Italy to South Africa takes 13h 05m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Italy to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Italy to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Italy to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Italy to South Africa?
As of April 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Italy to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Italy to South Africa?
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 South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Italy to South Africa

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SWISS	PriceFrom R11 003	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 924 reviews		Search SWISS flights

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