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

According to our data, Qantas Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 29% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Italy to Australia delayed?

Historically, on average around 29% of flights between Italy and Australia have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 359 minutes.

Which airlines fly to Australia?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Italy according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Italy to Australia

How long is the flight from Italy to Australia?

The flight from Italy to Australia depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Rome (a popular airport in Italy) to Sydney (the most popular airport in Australia), then the flight time is 21h 25m on average. If you fly from Bergamo (another popular airport in Italy) to Sydney, then the average flight time is 24h.

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

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

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Italy to Australia were last updated today.

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Italy to Australia as of February 2026.

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

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 Italy to Australia.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:00 - 14:40

FCO

SYD

40h 40m

1 stop

21:20 - 07:00

SYD

FCO

42h 40m

1 stop

$877Sichuan Airlines

Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

12:00 - 14:30

FCO

MEL

40h 30m

1 stop

20:20 - 07:00

MEL

FCO

42h 40m

1 stop

$929Sichuan Airlines

Tue, 24 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr

20:40 - 14:05

FCO

MEL

31h 25m

1 stop

12:00 - 19:10

MEL

FCO

63h 10m

3 stops

$1,037China Eastern

Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 1 Jun

20:40 - 14:05

FCO

MEL

31h 25m

1 stop

11:00 - 19:10

MEL

FCO

40h 10m

1 stop

$1,041China Eastern

Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 1 Jun

06:15 - 14:10

VCE

MEL

47h 55m

2 stops

20:20 - 10:30

MEL

VCE

46h 10m

2 stops

$1,262Multiple Airlines

Thu, 9 Apr - Tue, 23 Jun

09:00 - 14:10

LIN

MEL

45h 10m

2 stops

20:20 - 14:10

MEL

LIN

49h 50m

2 stops

$1,265Multiple Airlines

Sun, 12 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr

15:35 - 12:30

FCO

PER

38h 55m

2 stops

15:50 - 14:05

PER

FCO

28h 15m

2 stops

$1,452Turkish Airlines

Fri, 1 May - Thu, 14 May

20:00 - 01:10

FCO

PER

47h 10m

2 stops

15:50 - 18:25

PER

FCO

32h 35m

2 stops

$1,454Turkish Airlines

Fri, 1 May - Thu, 14 May

23:45 - 05:30

BGY

MEL

21h 45m

1 stop

21:15 - 12:10

MEL

BGY

22h 55m

1 stop

$2,388Emirates

Thu, 9 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

23:45 - 05:30

BGY

MEL

21h 45m

1 stop

21:15 - 12:10

MEL

BGY

22h 55m

1 stop

$2,393Emirates

Thu, 9 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

Emirates flights from Italy to Australia

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Emirates

9 Apr

BGY23:45Bergamo Orio Al Serio

21h 45m

1 stop

MEL05:30Melbourne

22 Apr

MEL21:15Melbourne

22h 55m

1 stop

BGY12:10Bergamo Orio Al Serio

$2,388

Emirates

9 Apr

BGY23:45Bergamo Orio Al Serio

21h 45m

1 stop

MEL05:30Melbourne

22 Apr

MEL21:15Melbourne

22h 55m

1 stop

BGY12:10Bergamo Orio Al Serio

$2,393

Emirates

9 Apr

BGY13:40Bergamo Orio Al Serio

24h 10m

1 stop

MEL21:50Melbourne

22 Apr

MEL05:15Melbourne

25h 30m

1 stop

BGY22:45Bergamo Orio Al Serio

$2,395

China Eastern flights from Italy to Australia

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China Eastern

6 Mar

MXP12:20Milan Malpensa

39h 45m

2 stops

MEL14:05Melbourne

19 Mar

MEL22:30Melbourne

42h 30m

1 stop

MXP07:00Milan Malpensa

$964

China Eastern

6 Mar

MXP12:20Milan Malpensa

39h 45m

2 stops

MEL14:05Melbourne

19 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

28h 30m

2 stops

MXP06:30Milan Malpensa

$1,019

China Eastern

12 Mar

FCO20:40Rome Fiumicino

30h 55m

1 stop

SYD13:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

19 Mar

SYD13:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 10m

2 stops

FCO18:40Rome Fiumicino

$1,047

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RomeSydney

FCO - SYD

FCOSYD

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 24/3

12:00-14:40

1 stop40h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

21:20-07:00

1 stop42h 40m

$877

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Tue 24/3

12:00-14:30

1 stop40h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

20:20-07:00

1 stop42h 40m

$929

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 9/3

20:40-14:05

1 stop31h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

12:00-19:10

3 stops63h 10m

$1,037

RomeMelbourne

FCO - MEL

FCOMEL

Rome Fiumicino

Mon 9/3

20:40-14:05

1 stop31h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

11:00-19:10

1 stop40h 10m

$1,041

VeniceMelbourne

VCE - MEL

VCEMEL

Venice Marco Polo

Thu 9/4

06:15-14:10

2 stops47h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 23/6

20:20-10:30

2 stops46h 10m

$1,262

MilanMelbourne

LIN - MEL

LINMEL

Milan Linate

Sun 12/4

09:00-14:10

2 stops45h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

20:20-14:10

2 stops49h 50m

$1,265

RomePerth

FCO - PER

FCOPER

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 1/5

15:35-12:30

2 stops38h 55m

Perth

Thu 14/5

15:50-14:05

2 stops28h 15m

$1,452

RomePerth

FCO - PER

FCOPER

Rome Fiumicino

Fri 1/5

20:00-01:10

2 stops47h 10m

Perth

Thu 14/5

15:50-18:25

2 stops32h 35m

$1,454

BergamoMelbourne

BGY - MEL

BGYMEL

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

Thu 9/4

23:45-05:30

1 stop21h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

21:15-12:10

1 stop22h 55m

$2,388

BergamoMelbourne

BGY - MEL

BGYMEL

Bergamo Orio Al Serio

Thu 9/4

23:45-05:30

1 stop21h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

21:15-12:10

1 stop22h 55m

$2,393

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Italy to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,272. If you don’t want to visit Australia in March, then you should wait until November to fly from Italy, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,419.

What is the cheapest Italy to Australia flight route?

Fly from Rome Fiumicino to Sydney Kingsford Smith for the best Italy - Australia flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Italy when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,976 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Italy for as low as $1,217 on momondo.

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Italy to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Italy to Australia flight.

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Fastest flight time	15h 55m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat
Airports in Australia	266 airports

The fastest flight from Italy to Australia takes 15h 55m

Direct flights go from Italy to Australia on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 266 airports in Australia. From Italy there are direct flights to Perth (PER), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Italy to Australia?
Prices for flights from Italy to Australia were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Italy to Australia?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Italy to Australia as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Italy to Australia?
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 Italy to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. 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 Italy to Australia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Italy to Australia is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (100.00% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Italy to Australia

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,308	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 196 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,342	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,237 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,744	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,745 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,852	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,422 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Italy to Australia?

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Can I find flights from Italy to Australia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Australia from Italy on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Australia from Italy.

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