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Cheap flights from South Africa to Italy from R5 424

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NAP
Apr 27 — May 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Italy

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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 28 March 2026.

Mon 11/520:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Mon 18/514:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 27/3R7 478
Wed 15/420:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Tue 12/514:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 26/3R7 512
Tue 1/918:35
JNB
-
FCO
2 stops18h 55m
Air Algerie
Tue 6/1014:30
FCO
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Air Algerie
Deal found 25/3R7 529
Mon 4/520:40
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Tue 19/514:30
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 24/3R7 546
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/523:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R8 590
Fri 15/59:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/523:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R8 607
Sat 23/59:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/511:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R8 675
Sat 25/49:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/511:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3R8 693
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/511:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3R8 710
Thu 4/69:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 12/623:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3R8 727
Fri 4/99:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/923:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R8 761
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/523:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R8 812

Find 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 28 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 478

One-way from

R5 424

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 352
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 30m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R19 392 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 699 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 28 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

9:45-6:25

1 stop20h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 21/4

11:35-8:15

1 stop20h 40m

R9 377

JohannesburgBergamo

JNB - BGY

JNBBGY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

20:40-0:55

2 stops28h 15m

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

Mon 18/5

9:15-9:15

2 stops24h 00m

R9 890

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

16:35-14:05

1 stop21h 30m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 27/8

10:45-11:50

1 stop25h 05m

R10 335
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

14:45-7:55

1 stop17h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 20/6

16:10-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

R10 489

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

13:30-17:45

2 stops28h 15m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 1/6

6:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

R11 430

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

14:45-7:55

1 stop17h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 21/4

9:25-8:50

1 stop23h 25m

R11 482

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

13:15-13:25

1 stop24h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 5/6

10:55-16:40

1 stop29h 45m

R11 841

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

13:15-13:25

1 stop24h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Wed 3/6

22:10-11:30

1 stop37h 20m

R11 841

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

18:25-13:25

1 stop19h 00m

Rome Fiumicino

Sun 31/5

15:45-16:40

1 stop24h 55m

R11 892

Cape TownRome

CPT - FCO

CPTFCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

13:15-13:25

1 stop24h 10m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 8/6

15:45-16:40

1 stop24h 55m

R11 909

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Italy

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Italy

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Italy?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Italy (average of R5 715). Flying from South Africa to Italy in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 061). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 28 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Italy. 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
3 545 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 545 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 545 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 545 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 284 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 545 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
981 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 545 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 871 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 545 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Italy?

    For as low as R10 489, Etihad Airways can have you in Italy from South Africa in 17h 10m. There are 7725 km between South Africa and Italy. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 R4 381. Users have also found prices from R4 589 and R5 291 on SWISS and Emirates, 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Italy?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Italy (average of R5 715). Flying from South Africa to Italy in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 061). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 28 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 105AverageR11 801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR5 937AverageR8 545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR6 546AverageR6 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR6 935AverageR14 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR7 709AverageR13 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 945AverageR14 656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 372AverageR10 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 452AverageR13 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 542AverageR12 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 730AverageR12 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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