ITA Airways is Italy's national airline, the successor to Alitalia, flying from its Rome Fiumicino hub to Europe, North America and beyond. It is now part of the Lufthansa Group.
A good ITA Airways booking depends on the right fare family, joining Volare and booking direct to use the codes.
ITA Airways fare families
ITA Airways sells Economy in tiers such as Light, Classic and Flex. Light is cheapest but excludes a checked bag.
Compare the total with a bag before choosing Light. Classic is often better for long trips.
Flex adds change and refund flexibility. Check the rules for each fare.
Business class and Premium Economy
ITA Airways flies Business class on long-haul routes with lie-flat seats. Premium Economy is available on some aircraft.
Check the aircraft on your route, as cabin products vary.
Business fares on ITA Airways can drop in sales, and codes may apply.
Volare loyalty
Volare is ITA Airways' loyalty programme. Members earn points on flights and partners.
Join Volare before you fly so points post. Check the current earn rates.
Volare tiers add perks like lounge access and extra bags.
Rome, Milan and connections
ITA Airways' main hub is Rome Fiumicino, with a base at Milan Linate. Most connections route through Rome.
Connecting in Rome lets you reach many Italian cities. Check connection times.
Flights to Italy peak in summer. Shoulder seasons are cheaper.
Baggage and check-in
Check ITA Airways baggage rules by fare. Cabin bag sizes can be strict.
Online check-in opens before departure. Use the app for boarding passes.
Adding bags at booking is often cheaper than at the airport.
Flying ITA Airways from North America
ITA Airways flies nonstop to Rome from several US gateways, with routes changing by season. Check the current schedule for your city before planning a connection.
Flying nonstop to Rome and connecting on ITA Airways to Naples, Venice, Florence or Sicily keeps your bags checked through. That is easier than booking a separate low-cost flight.
If you plan to see several cities, an open-jaw ticket into one Italian airport and out of another can save backtracking. Use the multi-city search on the ITA Airways site.
Lufthansa Group and partner flights
ITA Airways is now part of the Lufthansa Group, and its partnerships have been shifting. Check which partners you can earn Volare points on before you fly.
Codeshare flights may be operated by another airline. Baggage rules then follow the operating carrier, so check the flight details at booking.
Lounge access and status benefits across partners are changing as ITA Airways integrates. Confirm current benefits on the Volare pages.
Onboard experience
ITA Airways leans into Italian food and design onboard, especially in Business class. Long-haul meals feature Italian dishes and wines.
Economy on long-haul routes includes meals and seatback entertainment on most aircraft. Short European flights offer lighter service.
Seat selection may cost extra on lower fares. Check the price before choosing a seat.
Changes, cancellations and delays
ITA Airways fare rules decide whether you can change a flight and what it costs. Light fares are usually the most restrictive.
Flights within or from the EU are covered by EU passenger rights rules on delays and cancellations. Keep your booking details if a flight is disrupted.
Manage changes through the ITA Airways site or app when possible, as it is often faster than calling.
ITA Airways fare brands and the Rome hub
ITA Airways sells Economy in several fare brands, typically Light, Classic and Flex, with Premium Economy on long-haul routes and Business above it. Economy Light is usually hand baggage only, so compare it with Classic after adding a bag.
Most ITA Airways long-haul flights run through Rome Fiumicino, with connections onward to Milan Linate, Naples, Palermo and other Italian cities. A through ticket on ITA Airways protects the connection if the first flight runs late, which two separate bookings would not.
ITA Airways joined the Lufthansa Group, so check how partner flights and miles programs apply on your route before booking. Its own loyalty program is called Volare.
Seat selection on the lower ITA Airways fares may cost extra. Check the fare comparison screen before paying so the cheapest fare is still the cheapest once seats and bags are added.
Where the ITA Airways savings are
The 25% code is the biggest listed. Its name suggests a summer promotion, so check dates at checkout.
The 20% code is the fallback. It suits any route to Italy.
The 10% code is a smaller option if the others are declined.
ITA Airways codes may apply to base fare only, not taxes. Confirm the discount before paying.
Common questions
Is ITA Airways the same as Alitalia?
ITA Airways replaced Alitalia in 2021.
Does Light include a bag?
No checked bag. Check fare rules.
Can I use Volare points and a code?
Check at checkout.
Where does ITA Airways fly from in the US?
Check the route map for current US gateways.
| Discount | Type | Get the deal |
|---|---|---|
| 25% off | Promo code | View at ITA Airways → |
| 20% off | Promo code | View at ITA Airways → |
| 20% off | Promo code | View at ITA Airways → |
| 20% off | Promo code | View at ITA Airways → |
