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Cheapest return flight
R10 080
Typical prices: R11 281-R14 458
Condor
Mon 19/11Sun 2/12
CPT - MXP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 172
Typical prices: R6 191-R9 848
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/10
CPT - MXP • 2 stops
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
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R12 385 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 14h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Malpensa (CPT-MXP)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Malpensa

Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2
Condor Logo
18:35 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Condor Logo
17:00 - 10:45MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R10 080Condor
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2
Condor Logo
18:35 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Condor Logo
17:00 - 10:45MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R10 129Condor
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 23
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 21:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
21h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:55 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R10 625Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 23
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
37h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:55 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R10 873Turkish Airlines
17 hours ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
25h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:55 - 10:30MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 889Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 6:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:55 - 10:30MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 906Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 - 21:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
36h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 10:45MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R10 923Multiple Airlines
17 hours ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:35 - 6:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
35h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 - 23:35MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R10 989Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 8:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
18h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zurich
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:25 - 13:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 35m2 stops Zurich Addis Ababa Bole
R12 030Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 8:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
18h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zurich
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:25 - 13:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 35m2 stops Zurich Addis Ababa Bole
R12 063Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
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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 with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport typically range from R11 281 to R14 458. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 080 on Condor.

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

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

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 R10 873 return.
•July (R13 649) and December (R13 550) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport are cheapest 20 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

November

Cheapest flight

R5 172
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 126% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Malpensa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Malpensa 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium 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 00m, covering 14 325 km.

  • 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 R11 281 to R14 458, with an average of R12 501 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 281 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 two weeks of departure) run 29% above the R12 501 route average. Book 20 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 R10 080 to R52 035. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 R9 877, which is 25% 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 R18 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Felirent
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • Rent Smart 24
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

  • 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:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Cape Town to Milan Malpensa Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R11 881 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R13 368, a difference of R1 487.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 55m, compared to 15h 43m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 19m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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 and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average R11 881, about R1 487 less than Friday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 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 R10 873 return in that month – typically R2 776 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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