How often are flights from Italy to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 87% 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 71 minutes.

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

Sunday 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 South Africa?

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

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 Venice and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 13h 25m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, KLM 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 35% 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.

What is the most punctual flight time for Italy to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing at night 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 July 2026, 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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16:40 - 7:25

FCO

CPT

14h 45m

1 stop

17:40 - 21:50

CPT

FCO

28h 10m

1 stop

R8 740Condor

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

16:40 - 7:25

FCO

CPT

14h 45m

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17:45 - 9:50

CPT

FCO

16h 05m

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R8 740Condor

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6

16:45 - 7:25

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CPT

14h 40m

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17:40 - 21:10

CPT

VCE

27h 30m

1 stop

R8 791Condor

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

23:40 - 13:25

MXP

JNB

13h 45m

1 stop

14:30 - 5:50

JNB

MXP

15h 20m

1 stop

R9 631Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

23:40 - 13:25

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JNB

13h 45m

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14:30 - 5:50

JNB

MXP

15h 20m

1 stop

R9 648Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

23:40 - 13:25

MXP

JNB

13h 45m

1 stop

14:30 - 5:50

JNB

MXP

15h 20m

1 stop

R9 648Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

22:10 - 21:20

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23h 10m

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23:15 - 15:55

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LIN

16h 40m

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R10 908KLM

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

6:40 - 21:20

LIN

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14h 40m

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18:50 - 22:50

JNB

LIN

28h 00m

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R11 480KLM

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

19:20 - 7:35

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9:20 - 9:40

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MXP

25h 20m

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R11 564SWISS

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11

15:05 - 7:35

MXP

CPT

15h 30m

1 stop

9:20 - 22:50

CPT

MXP

14h 30m

1 stop

R11 631SWISS

Sat, Nov 28 - Wed, Dec 9

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Iberia flights from Italy to South Africa

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Iberia

Nov 3

FCO15:10Rome Fiumicino

23h 05m

1 stop

JNB15:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 10

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 50m

2 stops

FCO18:10Rome Fiumicino

R11 295

Iberia

Nov 4

FCO12:00Rome Fiumicino

26h 35m

2 stops

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 12

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

1 stop

FCO13:30Rome Fiumicino

R11 783

Iberia

Aug 5

MXP9:40Milan Malpensa

24h 35m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Aug 26

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

MXP14:15Milan Malpensa

R19 766

Etihad Airways flights from Italy to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Sept 3

FCO23:00Rome Fiumicino

33h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 40m

1 stop

FCO6:25Rome Fiumicino

R9 698

Etihad Airways

Sept 3

FCO23:00Rome Fiumicino

33h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 16

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 35m

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FCO18:20Rome Fiumicino

R9 715

Etihad Airways

Nov 2

FCO10:25Rome Fiumicino

20h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 16

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

1 stop

FCO5:40Rome Fiumicino

R9 732

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1 stop28h 10m

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16:40-7:25

1 stop14h 45m

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Mon 21/9

16:45-7:25

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17:40-21:10

1 stop27h 30m

R8 791

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Tue 8/9

23:40-13:25

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14:30-5:50

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R9 631

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23:40-13:25

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14:30-5:50

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R10 908

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Milan Linate

Tue 8/9

6:40-21:20

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

18:50-22:50

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R11 480

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MXP - CPT

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19:20-7:35

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Cape Town Intl

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9:20-9:40

1 stop25h 20m

R11 564

MilanCape Town

MXP - CPT

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Milan Malpensa

Sat 28/11

15:05-7:35

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Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/12

9:20-22:50

1 stop14h 30m

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 850, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in November, then you should wait until September to fly from Italy, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 102.

Can stopping save me money on Italy to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 43% on your flight if you consider stops on a Italy to South Africa flight.

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The fastest flight from Italy to South Africa takes 13h 00m

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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 July 2026, 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
KLM	PriceFrom R10 066	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 550 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 081	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 009 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R11 170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 2 019 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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