How to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Italy
Book a return flight from Johannesburg to Italy from $753, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare will get you from Johannesburg into Rome Fiumicino in Rome.
$495 is the lowest price for a one-way journey.
Not sure where to fly into yet? Enter 'Italy' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
With around 35 international airports, Italy has plenty of arrival options.
Widen your search by selecting 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the closest airports at both your departure and destination points, which could help you cut costs.
Get the flight you want at a price you'll like by booking early. Leave it late and you might have to compromise on cost, airline or timing.
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Best time to fly from Johannesburg to Italy
If budget is a priority, May is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Johannesburg to Italy.
In general, taking a midweek flight is a simple way to save. Tuesdays and Wednesdays often mean better value.
June, July and August are the most popular months to travel to Italy. July comes out on top, making it a great time to visit if you want to see the place buzzing.
For a slower pace, January, February and March are solid choices. March is the quietest month.
Popular places to visit in Italy
Milan
Located in Lombardy, this city is a top destination for Johannesburg to Italy flights. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are key stops for first-time visitors.
There are plenty of flight deals to Milan's busiest airport, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP). Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN) give you even more to choose from.
When you're ready to find somewhere comfortable to stay, browse the selection of hotels in Milan.
Rome
Work your way through this Lazio city's biggest highlights including Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Hill.
When deciding where to land, your main options are Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
After locking in your airfare, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Rome.
Venice
Grand Canal, Centro Storico di Venezia and Saint Mark's Basilica are popular sights to tick off while you're in this part of Veneto.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Venice Treviso Airport (TSF) are your options when searching for flights.
Pick up a deal on where you'll stay by checking out the list of hotels in Venice.
Visiting Italy for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary, so check in advance whether you'll need a visa or any other documents before you travel. Your travel agent, airline or the local embassy or consulate will have the latest details.
The local currency is the euro (EUR). You can rely on using credit and debit cards just about everywhere.
Italy has a population of roughly 59 million. The capital city is Rome.
This destination operates on one standard time zone of UTC+1.
Choose the season that matches how you like to explore, whether that's hotter, cooler or somewhere in between. August is one of the warmest months in Italy.
Time your visit for around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler.
July is typically the driest month, while May has the most rain.
Want to line up your Johannesburg to Italy flight with a big occasion? Well-known events worth planning around include Venice Carnival, the Venice Film Festival and the Infiorata flower festival.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from Johannesburg to Italy locked in, it's time to plan the rest of your journey. Find competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Italy. You can also browse car rental options in Italy and compare deals from trusted suppliers in seconds.