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Cheapest return flight
R10 512
Typical prices: R11 284-R14 461
Turkish Airlines
Wed 28/11Thu 6/12
CPT - MXP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R4 892
Typical prices: R6 193-R9 850
Multiple Airlines
Fri 14/12
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
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 388 (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

Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
37h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R10 512Turkish Airlines
21 hours ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Mar 1
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0:55 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
37h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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18:55 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R10 528Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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12:35 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
25h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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15:10 - 10:30MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 925Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 29
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 6:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
19h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:10 - 10:30MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 024Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 6:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
25h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:30 - 18:55MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 123Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 6:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
25h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:30 - 23:35MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 206Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:20 - 22:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
14h 30m1 stop Zurich
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10:30 - 7:40MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 10m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 412SWISS
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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9:20 - 22:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
14h 30m1 stop Zurich
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10:30 - 7:40MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 10m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R12 495SWISS
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
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13:50 - 8:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zurich
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R12 660Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zurich
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R12 776Ethiopian 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 284 to R14 461. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 512 on Turkish Airlines.

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 875 return.
•July (R13 652) and December (R13 553) 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

R4 892
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% 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 284 to R14 461, with an average of R12 504 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 284 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 504 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 512 to R77 605. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 R12 634, which is 59% 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 884 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R13 371, a difference of R1 488.

    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 884, about R1 488 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 875 return in that month – typically R2 777 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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