Which airlines fly to Italy?

Emirates, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines 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 29% 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.

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

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, 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 March 2026, there are 14 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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9:45 - 6:25

JNB

FCO

20h 40m

1 stop

23:00 - 8:15

FCO

JNB

33h 15m

1 stop

R8 152Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6

9:50 - 18:15

JNB

FCO

32h 25m

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23:00 - 8:20

FCO

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33h 20m

1 stop

R8 404Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 12

16:35 - 14:05

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FCO

21h 30m

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10:45 - 11:50

FCO

CPT

25h 05m

1 stop

R9 947Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jul 23 - Thu, Aug 27

16:35 - 18:25

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FCO

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15:10 - 11:50

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CPT

20h 40m

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R10 165Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 18 - Mon, Jun 8

13:15 - 13:25

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FCO

24h 10m

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10:55 - 11:30

FCO

CPT

24h 35m

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R10 400Emirates

Thu, Jun 11 - Thu, Jun 18

13:15 - 13:25

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FCO

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22:10 - 11:30

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37h 20m

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R10 500Emirates

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6

15:25 - 5:50

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23:40 - 14:35

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R10 685Ethiopian Air

Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 27

13:00 - 7:40

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18h 40m

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16:15 - 10:15

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18h 00m

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R10 937Qatar Airways

Wed, Jun 3 - Mon, Jun 15

13:00 - 7:40

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18h 40m

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16:00 - 11:30

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CPT

19h 30m

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R10 970Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23

15:25 - 5:50

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MXP

14h 25m

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23:40 - 14:35

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CPT

14h 55m

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R11 020Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 29

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Italy

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Jul 23

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

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FCO10:45Rome Fiumicino

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May 18

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

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FCO15:10Rome Fiumicino

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Jun 4

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 50m

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MXP8:40Milan Malpensa

Jun 21

MXP10:40Milan Malpensa

23h 50m

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Jun 11

CPT22:25Cape Town Intl

18h 05m

2 stops

FCO16:30Rome Fiumicino

Jun 18

FCO16:40Rome Fiumicino

20h 45m

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CPT22:25Cape Town Intl

18h 05m

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FCO20:15Rome Fiumicino

24h 40m

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CPT20:55Cape Town Intl

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JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m

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MXP14:00Milan Malpensa

May 30

MXP14:50Milan Malpensa

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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 February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Italy during November average around R9 964.

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 083 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 517 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Italy flight.

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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 March 2026, there are 14 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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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 004	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 972 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Condor	PriceFrom R5 820	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 401 reviews	Search Condor flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R6 336	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 33 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R6 798	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 858 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R7 557	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 898 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R7 788	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 543 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 426 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 266	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 546 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 353	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 258 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R9 538	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 413 reviews	Search Egyptair 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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