How often are flights from Australia to Italy delayed?

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between Australia and Italy have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 287 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to Italy flights?

According to our data, Qantas Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Italy?

China Eastern and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Italy

How long is the flight from Australia to Italy?

The flight from Australia to Italy depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney (a popular airport in Australia) to Naples (the most popular airport in Italy), then the flight time is 25h 40m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Naples, then the average flight time is 27h 15m.

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

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airlines fly to Italy?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Italy from Australia according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Italy. Keep in mind that there are 22 different airlines that fly to Italy on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Thursday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Italy?

Prices for flights from Australia to Italy refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Italy?

As of January 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Italy.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Italy?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Italy.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Italy?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Italy can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Italy. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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23:10 - 05:40

PER

FCO

37h 30m

2 stops

10:25 - 00:40

FCO

PER

31h 15m

2 stops

$1,084Multiple Airlines

lun., 2 mar. - lun., 9 mar.

17:15 - 13:50

PER

FCO

27h 35m

2 stops

11:15 - 21:45

FCO

PER

27h 30m

3 stops

$1,109Multiple Airlines

lun., 9 feb. - mar., 24 feb.

15:00 - 09:05

MEL

MXP

28h 05m

2 stops

10:40 - 20:55

MXP

MEL

24h 15m

2 stops

$1,119Turkish Airlines

dom., 8 mar. - mar., 24 mar.

12:00 - 07:00

MEL

MXP

29h 00m

1 stop

12:10 - 10:00

MXP

MEL

35h 50m

1 stop

$1,138China Eastern

mié., 11 mar. - dom., 15 mar.

12:00 - 07:00

SYD

MXP

29h 00m

1 stop

12:10 - 13:35

MXP

SYD

39h 25m

1 stop

$1,148China Eastern

mié., 4 mar. - mar., 10 mar.

21:15 - 18:20

SYD

FCO

31h 05m

2 stops

19:35 - 19:20

FCO

SYD

37h 45m

2 stops

$1,148Turkish Airlines

lun., 23 feb. - lun., 2 mar.

21:45 - 18:10

SYD

MXP

30h 25m

1 stop

10:25 - 06:35

MXP

SYD

34h 10m

1 stop

$1,157Etihad Airways

lun., 9 mar. - lun., 16 mar.

21:45 - 18:00

SYD

FCO

30h 15m

1 stop

22:00 - 17:55

FCO

SYD

33h 55m

1 stop

$1,172Etihad Airways

mar., 10 mar. - mar., 17 mar.

22:30 - 11:15

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BGY

22h 45m

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23:00 - 06:25

BGY

MEL

21h 25m

1 stop

$1,448Emirates

lun., 9 mar. - lun., 16 mar.

22:30 - 11:30

MEL

BGY

23h 00m

1 stop

23:00 - 06:25

BGY

MEL

21h 25m

1 stop

$1,481Emirates

dom., 8 mar. - mar., 24 mar.

China Eastern flights from Australia to Italy

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China Eastern

2 Feb

MEL14:00Melbourne

27h 00m

1 stop

MXP07:00Milan Malpensa

8 Feb

MXP12:20Milan Malpensa

37h 40m

2 stops

MEL12:00Melbourne

$1,142

China Eastern

2 Feb

SYD12:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 00m

1 stop

MXP07:00Milan Malpensa

16 Feb

MXP12:10Milan Malpensa

32h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,143

China Eastern

11 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

29h 00m

1 stop

MXP07:00Milan Malpensa

15 Mar

MXP12:10Milan Malpensa

39h 55m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,148

Emirates flights from Australia to Italy

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Emirates

9 Mar

MEL22:30Melbourne

22h 45m

1 stop

BGY11:15Bergamo Orio Al Serio

16 Mar

BGY23:00Bergamo Orio Al Serio

21h 25m

1 stop

MEL06:25Melbourne

$1,448

Emirates

28 Jan

MEL06:15Melbourne

25h 45m

1 stop

BGY22:00Bergamo Orio Al Serio

5 Feb

BGY12:40Bergamo Orio Al Serio

24h 45m

1 stop

MEL23:25Melbourne

$1,481

Emirates

28 Jan

MEL22:30Melbourne

22h 45m

1 stop

BGY11:15Bergamo Orio Al Serio

4 Feb

BGY23:00Bergamo Orio Al Serio

38h 20m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,491

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23:10-05:40

2 stops37h 30m

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lun. 9/3

10:25-00:40

2 stops31h 15m

$1,084

PerthRome

PER - FCO

PERFCO

Perth

lun. 9/2

17:15-13:50

2 stops27h 35m

Rome Fiumicino

mar. 24/2

11:15-21:45

3 stops27h 30m

$1,109

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MEL - MXP

MELMXP

Melbourne

dom. 8/3

15:00-09:05

2 stops28h 05m

Milan Malpensa

mar. 24/3

10:40-20:55

2 stops24h 15m

$1,119

MelbourneMilan

MEL - MXP

MELMXP

Melbourne

mié. 11/3

12:00-07:00

1 stop29h 00m

Milan Malpensa

dom. 15/3

12:10-10:00

1 stop35h 50m

$1,138

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 4/3

12:00-07:00

1 stop29h 00m

Milan Malpensa

mar. 10/3

12:10-13:35

1 stop39h 25m

$1,148

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SYD - FCO

SYDFCO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 23/2

21:15-18:20

2 stops31h 05m

Rome Fiumicino

lun. 2/3

19:35-19:20

2 stops37h 45m

$1,148

SydneyMilan

SYD - MXP

SYDMXP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 9/3

21:45-18:10

1 stop30h 25m

Milan Malpensa

lun. 16/3

10:25-06:35

1 stop34h 10m

$1,157

SydneyRome

SYD - FCO

SYDFCO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 10/3

21:45-18:00

1 stop30h 15m

Rome Fiumicino

mar. 17/3

22:00-17:55

1 stop33h 55m

$1,172

MelbourneBergamo

MEL - BGY

MELBGY

Melbourne

lun. 9/3

22:30-11:15

1 stop22h 45m

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

lun. 16/3

23:00-06:25

1 stop21h 25m

$1,448

MelbourneBergamo

MEL - BGY

MELBGY

Melbourne

dom. 8/3

22:30-11:30

1 stop23h 00m

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

mar. 24/3

23:00-06:25

1 stop21h 25m

$1,481

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Italy?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Italy from Australia during November instead. Flights to Italy in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,400.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Italy?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Italy is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,963. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Italy is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,271.

What is the cheapest Australia to Italy flight route?

Fly from Perth to Rome Fiumicino for the best Australia - Italy flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Italy?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Italy from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Italy for around $1,777 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Italy from Australia for as low as $1,688 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Australia to Italy flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Australia to Italy flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 57% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Italy flight.

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Best price found	$1,874
Fastest flight time	16h 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun
Airports in Italy	416 airports

The best flight deal from Australia to Italy found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,874

The fastest flight from Australia to Italy takes 16h 25m

Direct flights go from Australia to Italy on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 416 airports in Italy. From Australia there are direct flights to Rome Fiumicino (FCO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Italy?
Prices for flights from Australia to Italy refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Italy?
As of January 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Italy.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Italy?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Italy.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Italy?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Italy can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Italy. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Australia to Italy?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Australia to Italy is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 100.00% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Italy

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Eastern	PriceFrom $484	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 191 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $651	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $677	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 431 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $919	Free cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,333 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $928	Free cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $1,060	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 380 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,077	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,206 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,123	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,144 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,228	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 802 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,286	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,436 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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