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Cheapest return flight
£499
Typical prices: £506-£648
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/10Sat 27/10
CPT - MXP • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£496
Typical prices: £280-£430
Emirates
Thu 11/1
CPT - MXP • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Milan Malpensa Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg £420 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 14h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Milan (CPT-MXP)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Milan

Sun, 11 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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09:00 - 11:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
26h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
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17:00 - 10:45MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£499Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Dec - Tue, 12 Jan
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17:15 - 21:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
29h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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06:55 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 05m1 stop Istanbul
£529Turkish Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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13:50 - 05:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£568Ethiopian Air
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 4 Nov
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13:50 - 05:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£580Ethiopian Air
Tue, 12 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan
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00:55 - 16:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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14:35 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
£580Turkish Airlines
Mon, 11 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan
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00:55 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
37h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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14:35 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
£602Turkish Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan
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00:55 - 21:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
21h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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06:55 - 14:35MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 40m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
£624Turkish Airlines
Mon, 14 Dec - Mon, 8 Feb
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00:55 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
37h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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18:55 - 18:35MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 40m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
£627Multiple Airlines
Mon, 11 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan
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00:55 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
37h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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06:55 - 14:35MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 40m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
£644Turkish Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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13:15 - 21:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
31h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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22:10 - 22:50MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
£728Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport at £466 return.
•July (£631) and June (£615) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£496
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Milan

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Milan based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 5,531 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport range from £506 to £648, with an average of £566 over the past 12 months. Anything below £506 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 24% above the route average of £566. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £499 to £4,235. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,417, which is 302% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)?

    Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Felirent
    • Rent Smart 24
    • Europcar
    • Goldcar Rental SP

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Milan Malpensa (MXP).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 15% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £538 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £610, a difference of £72. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 52m, compared to 15h 50m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 16h 19m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What popular places can I visit in Milan Malpensa Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Milan Malpensa Airport are Duomo di Milano, Piazza del Duomo, and San Siro Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Milan Malpensa Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average £538 – about £72 less than Saturday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £466 return in that month – typically £165 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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