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 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Italy. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Italy on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Lufthansa 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 January 2026, 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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33h 10m

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22:00 - 8:20

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Sat, Feb 14 - Mon, Feb 23

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47h 50m

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R9 040Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 17

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R9 204Ethiopian Air

Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 18

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R9 220Ethiopian Air

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

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16:10 - 15:20

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R9 302Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31

19:10 - 9:05

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R9 598Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

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29h 55m

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6:50 - 10:30

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R9 630Turkish Airlines

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Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 13

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R11 878Emirates

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R11 894Emirates

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Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Italy

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Feb 14

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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FCO18:00Rome Fiumicino

Feb 23

FCO22:00Rome Fiumicino

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Jan 21

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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FCO10:15Rome Fiumicino

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Mar 6

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mar 13

FCO22:00Rome Fiumicino

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Italy

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 17

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 55m

1 stop

MXP9:05Milan Malpensa

Feb 24

MXP6:55Milan Malpensa

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Apr 23

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

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Apr 29

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Jun 9

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 55m

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Jun 23

MXP19:45Milan Malpensa

14h 45m

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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 R9 680.

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 869 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 827 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Italy flight.

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The fastest flight from South Africa to Italy takes 13h 15m

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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 January 2026, 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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Condor	PriceFrom R5 693	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,4 398 reviews	Search Condor flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R7 256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 855 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom R7 489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 524 reviews	Search Air France flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R7 617	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 484 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 713	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 732 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 027	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 373 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 655	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 949 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 196 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R9 329	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 402 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 331	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 442 reviews	Search KLM flights

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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.

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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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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 R9 680.

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

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

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Italy flight.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Italy?

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Best airlines flying from South Africa to Italy

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Why use momondo?

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

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

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

I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to Italy right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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