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Cheap flights from South Africa to Italy from R5 658

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NAP
Mar 27 — Apr 31
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Italy

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Italy flight deals. Data was last updated 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 352

One-way from

R5 658

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 971
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 20/7-16/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 55m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 00m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R21 690 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 272 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Italy
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Italy. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2025.

Sun 20/718:05CPT - LIN
2 stops23h 45mLufthansa
Sat 16/819:20LIN - CPT
1 stop14h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 21/3R9 352
Sun 1/619:35JNB - MXP
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Tue 24/619:30MXP - JNB
1 stop13h 50mSWISS
Deal found 21/3R9 352
Mon 24/39:55JNB - FCO
1 stop21h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/522:50FCO - JNB
1 stop33h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/3R9 370
Sun 20/718:05CPT - MXP
2 stops24h 50mLufthansa
Sat 23/86:05MXP - CPT
1 stop27h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 21/3R9 370
Sun 18/58:40CPT - MXP
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/517:10MXP - CPT
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R9 443
Fri 16/519:35JNB - FCO
1 stop23h 45mSWISS
Tue 24/620:10FCO - JNB
1 stop13h 10mSWISS
Deal found 21/3R9 479
Mon 24/314:35JNB - FCO
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/523:00FCO - JNB
1 stop14h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/3R9 734
Thu 27/310:10JNB - FCO
1 stop13h 30mLufthansa
Mon 14/418:35FCO - JNB
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 21/3R9 897
Wed 7/519:35JNB - MXP
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/514:45MXP - JNB
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R10 098
Mon 24/314:35CPT - MXP
1 stop15h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/423:40MXP - CPT
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/3R10 298
Fri 18/49:50JNB - FCO
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 25/419:00FCO - JNB
2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R10 334
Tue 6/513:50CPT - FCO
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 20/523:00FCO - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/3R10 461

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Italy that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Italy that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Italy

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

19:35-9:55

1 stop14h 20m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 24/6

19:30-9:20

1 stop13h 50m

R9 352

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

9:50-18:45

1 stop32h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 4/8

22:50-8:20

1 stop33h 30m

R9 443

Cape TownMilan

CPT - MXP

CPTMXP

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

8:40-23:35

1 stop14h 55m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 26/5

17:10-9:30

2 stops16h 20m

R9 443

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

19:35-19:20

1 stop23h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 24/6

20:10-9:20

1 stop13h 10m

R9 479

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

19:35-9:55

1 stop14h 20m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 14/5

14:45-8:35

2 stops17h 50m

R10 098

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/4

9:50-6:25

1 stop20h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 25/4

19:00-8:20

2 stops37h 20m

R10 334

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

13:50-5:45

1 stop15h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 20/5

23:00-13:45

1 stop14h 45m

R10 461

Cape TownMilan

CPT - MXP

CPTMXP

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/5

15:25-5:50

1 stop14h 25m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 9/6

23:40-14:35

1 stop14h 55m

R10 571

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

1:15-22:45

2 stops21h 30m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 27/6

14:35-0:15

2 stops33h 40m

R10 680

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

8:40-8:50

1 stop24h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 23/6

9:40-16:45

2 stops31h 05m

R10 734

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Italy

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to IT?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Italy. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Italy as you normally would.

Rainfall in Italy by month

Plan your trip to Italy by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Italy ranges from 15.0 - 111.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 111.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Italy when rainfall is around 15.0 mm.

Temperature in Italy by month

Plan your trip to Italy by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Italy, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Italy

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Italy. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Italy. Reviews last updated 22 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Italy, such as Emirates, KLM and Austrian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
768 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 568 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 538 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Italy. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Italy one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 658. Users have also found prices from R6 459 and R7 168 on Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Italy that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Italy flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Italy?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Italy.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Italy?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Italy by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Italy

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Italy. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Austrian AirlinesCheapestR7 004AverageR12 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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SWISSCheapestR7 927AverageR13 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 302AverageR13 822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 305AverageR15 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 551AverageR14 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 722AverageR13 281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR9 810AverageR15 085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 987AverageR13 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 404AverageR15 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 463AverageR14 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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