Flying from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), there's a nice selection of airports to depart from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are among Milan's main options.
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is 1 hour ahead of Milan. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to CPT, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from Milan to CPT departing from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
From central Milan, MXP is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Split up your flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and CPT include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours and 18 minutes. The terminal is roughly 64 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 58 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Milan to CPT, chill out in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Book a hotel near CPT if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Cape Town International Airport is R 5,864. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,863. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Milan to CPT, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Milan to Cape Town International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices go down. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Milan to CPT.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Milan to Cape Town International Airport.
The best time to fly from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month for a trip to Cape Town. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Cape Town. February is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Milan to CPT during then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Milan to Cape Town International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Cape Town
Start your Cape Town trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are popular attractions which should be on every Cape Town itinerary.
Complete your Cape Town trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Cape Town. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
