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

Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Italy

Which airlines fly to Italy?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Italy from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Italy. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Italy on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 December 2025, there are 13 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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8:45 - 22:00

JNB

FCO

13h 15m1 stop

12:45 - 6:40

FCO

JNB

17h 55m1 stop

R8 948Lufthansa

Mon, May 11 - Tue, May 19

9:50 - 18:00

JNB

FCO

33h 10m1 stop

22:00 - 8:20

FCO

JNB

33h 20m1 stop

R9 033Etihad Airways

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2

10:10 - 23:00

JNB

FCO

13h 50m1 stop

13:30 - 9:30

FCO

JNB

19h 00m1 stop

R9 067Lufthansa

Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Jan 29

14:30 - 5:20

JNB

MXP

15h 50m1 stop

22:55 - 20:10

MXP

JNB

20h 15m1 stop

R9 508Ethiopian Air

Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10

14:35 - 4:35

CPT

FCO

15h 00m1 stop

23:00 - 14:35

FCO

CPT

14h 35m1 stop

R9 525Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 2

16:40 - 14:25

CPT

FCO

21h 45m1 stop

15:25 - 11:50

FCO

CPT

20h 25m1 stop

R10 068Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Mon, Jun 8

9:25 - 19:25

CPT

FCO

35h 00m1 stop

20:15 - 14:35

FCO

CPT

17h 20m2 stops

R10 357SWISS

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

9:25 - 19:25

CPT

FCO

35h 00m1 stop

20:15 - 14:35

FCO

CPT

17h 20m2 stops

R10 374SWISS

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

13:40 - 12:40

CPT

FCO

24h 00m1 stop

14:55 - 11:40

FCO

CPT

19h 45m1 stop

R10 442Emirates

Sat, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 14

22:20 - 11:30

JNB

BGY

38h 10m1 stop

23:00 - 10:25

BGY

JNB

34h 25m1 stop

R12 327Emirates

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

Lufthansa flights from South Africa to Italy

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Lufthansa

May 11

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 15m

1 stop

FCO22:00Rome Fiumicino

May 19

FCO12:45Rome Fiumicino

17h 55m

1 stop

JNB6:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 948

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Lufthansa

Jan 22

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 50m

1 stop

FCO23:00Rome Fiumicino

Jan 29

FCO13:30Rome Fiumicino

19h 00m

1 stop

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 067

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Lufthansa

May 11

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 15m

1 stop

FCO22:00Rome Fiumicino

May 20

FCO13:20Rome Fiumicino

19h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 084

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Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Italy

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Etihad Airways

Jan 26

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 10m

1 stop

FCO18:00Rome Fiumicino

Feb 2

FCO22:00Rome Fiumicino

33h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 033

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Etihad Airways

Mar 20

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 35m

2 stops

FCO12:25Rome Fiumicino

Mar 25

FCO22:00Rome Fiumicino

33h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 291

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8:45-22:00

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Rome Fiumicino

Tue 19/5

12:45-6:40

1 stop17h 55m

R8 948

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

9:50-18:00

1 stop33h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 2/2

22:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R9 033

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

10:10-23:00

1 stop13h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 29/1

13:30-9:30

1 stop19h 00m

R9 067

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

14:30-5:20

1 stop15h 50m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 10/3

22:55-20:10

1 stop20h 15m

R9 508

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

14:35-4:35

1 stop15h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 2/2

23:00-14:35

1 stop14h 35m

R9 525

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

16:40-14:25

1 stop21h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 8/6

15:25-11:50

1 stop20h 25m

R10 068

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

9:25-19:25

1 stop35h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 28/1

20:15-14:35

2 stops17h 20m

R10 357

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

9:25-19:25

1 stop35h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 28/1

20:15-14:35

2 stops17h 20m

R10 374

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

13:40-12:40

1 stop24h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 14/3

14:55-11:40

1 stop19h 45m

R10 442

JohannesburgBergamo

JNB - BGY

JNBBGY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

22:20-11:30

1 stop38h 10m

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

Mon 26/1

23:00-10:25

1 stop34h 25m

R12 327

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Italy?

If you’re not able to fly to Italy in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Italy during March average around R10 000.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Italy?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Italy is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R11 305. The most expensive day to fly to Italy is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R12 476.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Italy is in the morning. Flights from South Africa to Italy during this time can be as low as R10 930. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R11 882. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 R11 298 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 R10 068 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Italy flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 25m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Italy takes 13h 25m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Italy. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Italy.

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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 December 2025, there are 13 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.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Italy

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Condor	PriceFrom R5 891	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,4 390 reviews	Search Condor flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R7 409	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 808 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom R7 750	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 502 reviews	Search Air France flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R7 883	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 433 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 905	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 619 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 314	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 330 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 431 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 953	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 903 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom R9 390	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 879 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R9 655	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 391 reviews	Search Egyptair flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Italy?

Finding the right flight to Italy from South Africa is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Italy quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for South Africa to Italy flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Italy?

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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