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

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

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

Emirates, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Italy from South Africa according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Italy. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Italy on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from South Africa to Italy delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between South Africa and Italy have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 53 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

As of June 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Italy.

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

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 South Africa to Italy.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Italy?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Italy may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Italy. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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JNB

FCO

20h 40m

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11:35 - 8:20

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R9 375Etihad Airways

Mon, Jul 27 - Wed, Aug 19

9:45 - 18:20

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FCO

32h 35m

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23:00 - 8:20

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R9 392Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 29

13:30 - 14:05

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FCO

24h 35m

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7:05 - 9:40

FCO

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26h 35m

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R9 801Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 13

13:30 - 9:05

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MXP

44h 35m

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11:05 - 9:40

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R9 834Turkish Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Jan 15

12:35 - 13:30

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R10 998Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 25

13:15 - 14:15

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Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Oct 28

14:15 - 22:00

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R11 768Lufthansa

Tue, Jul 28 - Thu, Aug 27

10:25 - 11:30

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BGY

26h 05m

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R13 719Emirates

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

18:50 - 11:30

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BGY

17h 40m

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22:15 - 5:35

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R13 751Emirates

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Jan 15

19:55 - 9:00

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LIN

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21h 10m

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Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Jan 15

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Emirates flights from South Africa to Italy

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Emirates

Oct 1

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 20m

1 stop

VCE13:30Venice Marco Polo

Oct 16

VCE15:35Venice Marco Polo

37h 55m

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JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 408

Emirates

Jul 31

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 00m

1 stop

VCE13:30Venice Marco Polo

Aug 7

VCE15:35Venice Marco Polo

37h 55m

1 stop

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 243

Emirates

Sept 26

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

30h 50m

1 stop

FCO20:05Rome Fiumicino

Oct 17

FCO22:10Rome Fiumicino

37h 20m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R12 473

KLM flights from South Africa to Italy

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Jul 4

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

16h 55m

1 stop

VCE16:10Venice Marco Polo

Jul 8

VCE6:00Venice Marco Polo

15h 25m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R12 473

KLM

Jul 4

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

14h 10m

1 stop

VCE13:25Venice Marco Polo

Jul 8

VCE6:00Venice Marco Polo

15h 25m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R12 719

KLM

Nov 10

JNB23:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m

1 stop

LIN19:00Milan Linate

Jan 15

LIN6:30Milan Linate

14h 30m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 735

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9:45-6:25

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11:35-8:20

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JNB - FCO

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

9:45-18:20

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Rome Fiumicino

Tue 29/9

23:00-8:20

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R9 392

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

13:30-14:05

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JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

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Cape TownRome

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12:35-13:30

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Rome Fiumicino

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Cape TownRome

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Cape TownRome

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JNB - BGY

JNBBGY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

10:25-11:30

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Sun 15/11

12:30-5:35

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R13 719

JohannesburgBergamo

JNB - BGY

JNBBGY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

18:50-11:30

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Fri 15/1

22:15-5:35

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R13 751

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JNB - LIN

JNBLIN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

19:55-9:00

1 stop14h 05m

Milan Linate

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17:25-15:35

2 stops21h 10m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Italy

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Italy?

If you’re not able to fly to Italy in November, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Italy during March average around R10 490.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Italy from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Italy for around R10 875 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Italy from South Africa for as low as R9 310 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Italy flight.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Italy

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Italy?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Italy are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Italy?
As of June 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Italy.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Italy?
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 South Africa to Italy.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Italy?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Italy may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Italy. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Condor	PriceFrom R4 728	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 452 reviews	Search Condor flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R4 890	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 007 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLM	PriceFrom R4 893	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 530 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R6 270	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 37 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R6 643	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 074 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 993	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 454 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R8 842	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 971 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R8 859	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 427 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 054	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 609 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 126	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from South Africa to Italy with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Italy from South Africa.

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