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Cheap flights from South Africa to Italy from R4 172

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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NAP
Jul 28 — Aug 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 June 2026.

Tue 15/913:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops43h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 22/910:45
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6R9 659
Wed 21/1013:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 28/106:55
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/6R9 725
Thu 1/1013:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 7/1019:45
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6R9 741
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 19/923:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/6R9 774
Tue 29/913:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 12/1019:45
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6R9 774
Wed 23/918:35
JNB
-
VCE
1 stop26h 35m
Condor
Mon 28/916:45
VCE
-
JNB
1 stop14h 45m
Condor
Deal found 25/6R9 807
Mon 10/89:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 18/823:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/6R9 856
Wed 5/89:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 18/811:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/6R9 905
Mon 21/913:30
JNB
-
VCE
2 stops42h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 14/1020:00
VCE
-
JNB
2 stops37h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/6R9 955
Wed 16/1213:30
JNB
-
FCO
2 stops29h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 7/16:40
FCO
-
JNB
2 stops26h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/6R9 987
Thu 1/1013:30
JNB
-
FCO
2 stops24h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/1010:45
FCO
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/6R10 004
Thu 1/109:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 15/1023:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/6R10 053

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 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 659

One-way from

R4 172

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 285
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/9-22/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 10m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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18/9
  • 18/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 15m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R17 142 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 078 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 June 2026.
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JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

9:45-6:25

1 stop20h 40m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 17/9

23:00-8:15

1 stop33h 15m

R10 480

JohannesburgVenice

JNB - VCE

JNBVCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

13:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

Venice Marco Polo

Mon 28/9

20:00-9:40

2 stops37h 40m

R10 743

JohannesburgVenice

JNB - VCE

JNBVCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

13:30-18:50

2 stops30h 20m

Venice Marco Polo

Sun 8/11

19:50-9:40

2 stops36h 50m

R10 858

JohannesburgVenice

JNB - VCE

JNBVCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

13:30-13:50

2 stops25h 20m

Venice Marco Polo

Thu 12/11

14:50-9:40

2 stops17h 50m

R10 973

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

14:05-7:25

1 stop17h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 13/10

22:40-4:00

1 stop29h 20m

R10 989

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

20:55-14:15

1 stop17h 20m

Rome Fiumicino

Thu 22/10

16:10-4:00

1 stop35h 50m

R11 170

JohannesburgVenice

JNB - VCE

JNBVCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

17:55-19:00

1 stop25h 05m

Venice Marco Polo

Mon 5/10

20:00-9:40

2 stops37h 40m

R11 269

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

9:45-18:50

1 stop33h 05m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 27/8

22:55-8:15

1 stop33h 20m

R11 285

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

9:45-6:45

1 stop21h 00m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 22/10

22:55-8:15

1 stop33h 20m

R11 433

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

18:50-9:05

1 stop15h 15m

Milan Malpensa

Sun 8/11

6:55-9:40

2 stops25h 45m

R11 597

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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 R10 135). Flying from South Africa to Italy in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 338). 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.

How often are flights from South Africa to Italy delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between South Africa and Italy have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 53 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Italy flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Italy?

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Italy. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, 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
3 602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 602 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 424 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 736 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 104 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 602 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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 989, Etihad Airways can have you in Italy from South Africa in 17h 20m. 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R2 705. Users have also found prices from R5 081 and R5 531 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, 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 R10 135). Flying from South Africa to Italy in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 338). 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 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 739AverageR12 567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 901AverageR11 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR4 904AverageR13 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR6 284AverageR6 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR6 658AverageR13 929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 018AverageR9 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR8 862AverageR13 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 074AverageR11 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 146AverageR11 719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 341AverageR10 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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