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Cheap flights from South Africa to Italy from R4 542

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NAP
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 30 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 015

One-way from

R4 542

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 329
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 12/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 35m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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1/12
  • 1/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 10m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R21 210 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 665 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 30 October 2025.

Wed 29/109:50JNB - FCO
1 stop20h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/1110:25FCO - JNB
1 stop20h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/10R9 169
Fri 7/119:50JNB - FCO
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 14/1110:25FCO - JNB
1 stop20h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/10R9 615
Thu 20/1119:20JNB - LIN
1 stop14h 25mAir France
Sun 7/1214:55LIN - JNB
1 stop20h 15mAir France
Deal found 29/10R9 804
Wed 12/1119:20JNB - MXP
1 stop16h 15mAir France
Thu 27/1119:50MXP - JNB
1 stop15h 20mAir France
Deal found 29/10R9 855
Wed 12/1123:59JNB - LIN
1 stop16h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1120:35LIN - JNB
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10R9 906
Sun 23/1123:59JNB - LIN
1 stop16h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1214:55LIN - JNB
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10R9 941
Thu 6/1123:59JNB - LIN
1 stop16h 56mKLM
Sat 22/1119:25LIN - JNB
1 stop25h 40mKLM
Deal found 27/10R9 958
Fri 28/1119:20JNB - FCO
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1217:15FCO - JNB
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10R10 009
Fri 28/1114:30JNB - FCO
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/1223:00FCO - JNB
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/10R10 026
Tue 2/129:50JNB - FCO
1 stop20h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/1222:00FCO - JNB
1 stop33h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/10R10 061
Thu 6/1112:30CPT - BGY
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/116:55BGY - CPT
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10R10 164
Thu 13/1123:59JNB - FCO
2 stops23h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1117:15FCO - JNB
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10R10 181

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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 30 October 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

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

10:10-23:00

1 stop13h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 16/2

14:20-7:05

1 stop15h 45m

R9 015

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

9:50-5:40

1 stop20h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 2/2

22:00-8:20

1 stop33h 20m

R9 324

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - LIN

JNBLIN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:45-16:55

1 stop22h 10m

Milan Linate

Mon 16/2

9:45-7:05

1 stop20h 20m

R9 752

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

19:20-10:35

1 stop16h 15m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 27/11

19:50-12:10

1 stop15h 20m

R9 855

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - LIN

JNBLIN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

23:59-15:55

1 stop16h 56m

Milan Linate

Thu 27/11

14:55-12:10

1 stop20h 15m

R9 924

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - LIN

JNBLIN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

23:59-15:55

1 stop16h 56m

Milan Linate

Sun 7/12

14:55-12:10

1 stop20h 15m

R9 941

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - LIN

JNBLIN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

23:59-18:35

1 stop19h 36m

Milan Linate

Fri 5/12

6:30-22:05

1 stop14h 35m

R9 992

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

19:20-15:15

1 stop20h 55m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 6/12

17:15-22:05

1 stop27h 50m

R10 009

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

14:30-4:35

1 stop15h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

Sat 6/12

23:00-13:05

1 stop13h 05m

R10 026

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:45-8:25

1 stop13h 40m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 16/2

17:25-7:05

1 stop12h 40m

R10 061

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Italy

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Italy from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 R6 427). Flying from South Africa to Italy in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 181). 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.

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 30 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to Italy in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Italy?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Italy. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Italy flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 30 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, andQatar Airways 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
3 394 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 776 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 659 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
882 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 541 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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 R9 015, Lufthansa can have you in Italy from South Africa in 13h 50m. 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.

  • 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.

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  • 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 R6 427). Flying from South Africa to Italy in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 181). 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 30 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR5 947AverageR8 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR7 491AverageR13 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR7 824AverageR13 228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 958AverageR14 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 968AverageR13 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 389AverageR10 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR8 861AverageR14 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 037AverageR12 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 479AverageR9 591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 709AverageR14 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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