Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, making Milan one hour behind Cape Town.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CPT to MXP flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between CPT and MXP:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight is ج.م. 13,528. A round-trip ticket is currently ج.م. 30,582. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CPT to MXP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CPT to MXP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
81.65% of flights departing from Cape Town International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of CPT.
Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CPT:
Arriving at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're coming in on a late Cape Town International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near MXP:
Pick up a Milano Malpensa Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Milano Malpensa Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Milan. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Milan in January.
Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport for July if you want to visit Milan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CPT to MXP in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Milan. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Turin is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 129 kilometres west of Milan. No journey is complete without experiencing Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin.
