How long is the flight from Italy to South Africa?

On average, it takes 13h to fly from Italy to South Africa if you fly out of Rome (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 Milan and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 13h 10m.

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

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

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Lufthansa and SWISS are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Italy according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 August 2025, there are 3 operators 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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Condor flights from Italy to South Africa

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Sept 8

FCO8:20Rome Fiumicino

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JNB7:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Oct 14

FCO22:50Rome Fiumicino

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Oct 15

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R9 131, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in September, then you should wait until May to fly from Italy, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 393.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Italy. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R12 090. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Italy to South Africa on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around R14 939. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Italy in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R13 555 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around R13 927.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 R11 362 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 R8 330 on momondo.

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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 August 2025, there are 3 operators 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 839 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 532	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 351 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R11 580	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 702 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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