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, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Italy.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy?

Bergamo Orio Al Serio is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy. One-way flights to Bergamo Orio Al Serio typically cost R393, while return flights cost around R842.

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 (13 hours 0 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. Garden House Airport is the closest property to Naples (0,0 km away from Naples).

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How long is the flight to Italy?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Italy takes 17 hours 46 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Italy?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Italy are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Italy?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Italy are Ethiopian Air, Condor and Air Algerie.

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Italy?

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Italy. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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,Qatar Airways, andTurkish 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.

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways

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Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Etihad Airways

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

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Ethiopian Air

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Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Italy.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy?
Bergamo Orio Al Serio is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Italy. One-way flights to Bergamo Orio Al Serio typically cost R393, while return flights cost around R842.
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 (13 hours 0 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. Garden House Airport is the closest property to Naples (0,0 km away from Naples).

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On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Italy takes 17 hours 46 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Italy?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Italy are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Italy?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Italy are Ethiopian Air, Condor and Air Algerie.

Rainfall in Italy by month

Plan your trip to Italy by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Italy by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to Italy?

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Italy. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 22 August 2026.

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 22 August 2026.

Read through reviews of airlines serving Italy, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish 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

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What is the best airline to fly to Italy?

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