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Cheap flights from South Africa to Italy from R5 404

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 30/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NAP
Jul 9 — Jul 161
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 9 June 2026.

Mon 3/89:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/811:35
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R9 535
Thu 19/119:50
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1110:25
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/6R9 568
Thu 11/613:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/610:45
MXP
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6R9 717
Tue 29/913:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops43h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/1010:45
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6R9 734
Mon 27/79:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/823:00
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6R9 750
Wed 10/613:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 17/610:45
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6R9 750
Thu 11/613:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 18/66:50
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6R9 783
Wed 22/713:30
JNB
-
FCO
2 stops24h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 14/1015:35
FCO
-
JNB
2 stops42h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/6R9 849
Wed 16/99:45
JNB
-
FCO
1 stop32h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1110:25
FCO
-
JNB
1 stop20h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R9 866
Thu 18/613:30
JNB
-
FCO
2 stops28h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 25/610:45
FCO
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/6R9 965
Thu 22/1013:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1011:05
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops21h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/6R9 981
Sun 7/613:30
JNB
-
MXP
2 stops34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 15/66:50
MXP
-
JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/6R10 097

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 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 535

One-way from

R5 404

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 386
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • South Africa to Italy
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R16 336 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 256 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 9 June 2026.
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JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

13:30-17:45

2 stops28h 15m

Milan Malpensa

Fri 30/10

14:35-9:40

2 stops18h 05m

R10 213

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

13:30-13:15

2 stops23h 45m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 14/12

11:05-9:40

2 stops21h 35m

R10 395

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

13:30-16:50

2 stops28h 20m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 9/11

11:05-9:40

2 stops21h 35m

R10 411

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

13:30-23:45

2 stops34h 15m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 29/6

6:50-9:40

2 stops26h 50m

R10 477

JohannesburgVenice

JNB - VCE

JNBVCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:30-8:35

2 stops44h 05m

Venice Marco Polo

Mon 23/11

19:50-9:40

2 stops36h 50m

R10 543

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

14:05-20:55

1 stop30h 50m

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 13/10

22:25-15:20

1 stop16h 55m

R11 023

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

9:50-6:30

1 stop21h 40m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 9/11

14:55-8:20

1 stop16h 25m

R11 403

Cape TownMilan

CPT - LIN

CPTLIN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

23:15-22:50

1 stop23h 35m

Milan Linate

Tue 11/8

11:00-21:25

1 stop34h 25m

R12 758

Cape TownMilan

CPT - MXP

CPTMXP

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-21:00

1 stop31h 45m

Milan Malpensa

Mon 21/9

23:00-17:30

1 stop18h 30m

R12 824

JohannesburgRome

JNB - FCO

JNBFCO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:45-13:30

1 stop24h 45m

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 23/11

16:20-15:35

2 stops22h 15m

R13 006

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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 R10 097). Flying from South Africa to Italy in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 171). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Italy?

Booking 50 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 9 June 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
3 580 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 580 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 580 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 580 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 580 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 006 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 580 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 052 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 580 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

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 R12 758, Turkish Airlines can have you in Italy from South Africa in 23h 35m. There are 8876 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 722. Users have also found prices from R4 231 and R4 432 on Qatar Airways and SWISS, 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 097). Flying from South Africa to Italy in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 171). 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 9 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 767AverageR12 642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 930AverageR11 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR4 933AverageR13 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR6 322AverageR6 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR6 698AverageR13 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 059AverageR9 749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR8 915AverageR13 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 933AverageR11 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR9 129AverageR11 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 215AverageR11 661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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