Skyteam member Alitalia currently offers an attractive sale for tickets to Johannesburg, South Africa. The cheapest roundtrip fare is €402 from Amsterdam, but flights from Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Brussels, London & Milan are discounted as well. All these flights include a checked bag up to 23kg and necessitate a layover in Rome.
- Amsterdam at €402
- Paris at €402
- Barcelona at €411
- Brussels at €412
- Milan at €449
- London at €473
- Madrid at €478
Alitalia’s A320 family fleet handles inner European feeder flights to and from Rome. An Airbus A330-200 operates the onward long haul flight to South Africa. Its economy class seats have reasonable 79 cm legroom in a 2-4-2 seating pattern.
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According to fare rules, this fare will hang around until September 19, 2019. It valid for flights between today and March 30, 2020 – all travel must be completed until then. It allows travel for at least five days or a night from Saturday to Sunday with a maximum stay of three months. Availability is best in January through March 2020.
You can find travel dates easily using Google Flights (instructions). Entering the dates on which the lowest fares are available in our flight search should see them drop by roughly €20.
Please not that Alitalia is in constant financial trouble, leaving the future of the airline in jeopardy. While we are positive that your flights will take place, you might wanna think twice before spending a large amount of money on these tickets.
Mileage
Alitalia issues tickets in booking class O. This is a heavily discounted economy booking class, generating little to none mileage in most Skyteam frequent flyer programs. This example covers a trip from Amsterdam without tier bonuses:
- 5,610 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 2,806 Award Miles + 70 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 2,806 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 2,806 Miles on Aeromexico Club Premier
- 2,806 Award Miles + 560 PQP on United MileagePlus
- 2,652 Award Miles + 160 Points on Miles&More
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Information & Tips for South Africa
South Africa offers a diverse range of attractions, from the iconic Table Mountain and Robben Island in Cape Town to the wildlife-rich Kruger National Park and the scenic Garden Route. The local currency is the South African rand (ZAR), and while credit cards are widely accepted, cash is still commonly used, especially in smaller towns. The cost of travel is generally affordable, with budget-friendly options available for accommodation, food, and activities. The weather varies by region: the coastal areas have mild, Mediterranean-like climates, while the inland areas can be hot and dry in summer and cooler in winter.
South Africa’s transport infrastructure is mixed in quality and convenience. Within cities, public transport is limited, with minibus taxis being common but often confusing for visitors; private cars or ride-hailing apps like Uber are more reliable. Between cities, domestic flights are the fastest option due to long distances, while intercity buses offer affordable travel, though journeys can be long. Trains exist, but are generally slow and not widely used for tourism.
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Information & Tips for Johannesburg
Johannesburg is known for its role in South Africa’s history, with key sights like the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill, and Soweto’s Vilakazi Street. The local currency is the South African rand (ZAR), and most places accept cards, though cash can be useful in smaller shops and markets. Prices are generally affordable compared to global standards. The city has a mild, high-altitude climate—summers (October to March) are warm with afternoon thunderstorms, while winters are dry and sunny with cool nights.
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