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Cheapest round-trip
$737
Typical prices: $692-$927
Ethiopian Air
Sun 11/25Mon 12/10
MXP - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$436
Typical prices: $457-$716
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/24
MXP - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milan Malpensa Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 16% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Cheapest • Avg $761 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 14h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milan to Cape Town (MXP-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milan to Cape Town

Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:25 pm - 2:10 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m2 stops Zurich Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:50 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zurich
$737Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:25 pm - 2:10 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m2 stops Zurich Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:50 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zurich
$738Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:25 pm - 2:10 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m2 stops Zurich Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:50 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zurich
$739Ethiopian Air
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 21
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7:05 am - 10:45 amMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:35 pm - 9:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
27h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$750Condor
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 4
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5:00 pm - 10:45 amMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:35 pm - 3:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
22h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$761Condor
Sun, Mar 21 - Thu, Apr 1
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10:55 pm - 2:10 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 5:50 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$762Ethiopian Air
Sun, Mar 21 - Thu, Apr 1
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10:55 pm - 2:10 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 5:50 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$763Ethiopian Air
Sun, Mar 21 - Thu, Apr 1
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10:55 pm - 2:10 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 5:50 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$764Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 20
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11:20 am - 10:45 amMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:55 am - 9:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
36h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
$771Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 21
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11:20 am - 12:40 pmMXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:35 pm - 9:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
27h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$773Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town typically range from $692 to $927. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $737, on Ethiopian Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town at $680 round-trip.
•July ($1,177) and August ($981) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$436
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 108% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Milan to Cape Town

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town.

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

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

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

    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 Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town range from $692 to $927, with an average of $806 over the past 12 months. Anything below $692 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $806 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $737 to $4,692. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $475, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

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

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

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $764 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $921, a difference of $157.

    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 layover airport from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 59m, compared with 15h 16m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 07m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Milan Malpensa Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Milan Malpensa Airport (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $764, about $157 less than Saturday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average $680 round-trip in that month - typically $497 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

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