Can I find cheaper flights to Italy if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Italy on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Italy?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Condor is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Italy.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy?

Bari Palese is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy. One-way flights to Bari Palese typically cost R303, while return flights cost around R577.

How much is a return flight to Italy?

A return flight to Italy will typically cost around R144, however they can be found for as little as R144.

Where does the fastest flight to Italy depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Italy, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 50 minutes).

Does Naples have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Naples can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Naples?

Yes. Naples has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Myatotal confort house is the closest property to Naples (0,0 km away from Naples).

R5 488+ Flights to Italy

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Return from	R9 714
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Popular in	July
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R13 308

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2 total stops
53h 45m total
Johannesburg to Rome

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19/9
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Johannesburg to Italy

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JohannesburgMilan

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21:45-12:35

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Italy

How long is the flight to Italy?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Italy takes 19 hours 52 minutes. Flights to Italy from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Italy?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Italy should consider flying on Sunday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Italy?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Italy are Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and SWISS.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Italy?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Italy are Condor, SWISS and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Italy by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Italy ranges from 15.0 - 111.0 mm 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

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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Italy?

The most popular places in Italy to fly to are Rome, Milan, Venice, Naples and Florence.

Reviews of airlines servicing Italy

Read through reviews of airlines serving Italy, such as Emirates, KLM, andAustrian Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 284 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 284 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 363 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Austrian Airlines

7,6

Good

807 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 284 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Air France

7,5

Good

1 463 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 284 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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SWISS

7,5

Good

1 650 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 284 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

FAQs about flying to Italy

What is good to know if travelling to Italy?

For a great day trip to an idyllic island setting, why not try visiting Sardinia, which is one of Italy’s most beautiful islands?
Shopaholics seriously need to consider visiting The Mall in Florence. Although the region is renowned for its up-market boutique stores such as Gucci and Prada, The Mall caters to bargain hunters looking to purchase designer brands at discounted prices.
Most ‘recommended’ travel itineraries for Italy include taking a gondola ride in Venice, but for a different spin, try taking a night ride on the #1 Vaporetto, admiring the moonlit sights of Venice as you glide past.
Eating pizza in a place where it was born is something you have to do in Italy, so for the sake of perfecting the art, head to Naples, where it is said the humble pizza was invented.

Can I find cheaper flights to Italy if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Italy on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Italy?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Condor is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Italy.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy?
Bari Palese is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy. One-way flights to Bari Palese typically cost R303, while return flights cost around R577.
How much is a return flight to Italy?
A return flight to Italy will typically cost around R144, however they can be found for as little as R144.
Where does the fastest flight to Italy depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Italy, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 50 minutes).
Does Naples have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Naples can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Naples?
Yes. Naples has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Myatotal confort house is the closest property to Naples (0,0 km away from Naples).

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What are the most popular places to fly to in Italy?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Italy in the last few years. This data was updated on 4 July 2025.

The most popular places in Italy to fly to are Rome, Milan, Venice, Naples and Florence.

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 4 July 2025.

Read through reviews of airlines serving Italy, such as Emirates, KLM, andAustrian Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Italy

What is good to know if travelling to Italy?

Can I find cheaper flights to Italy if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Italy?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy?

How much is a return flight to Italy?

Where does the fastest flight to Italy depart from?

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