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Cheapest return flight
R9 184
Typical prices: R11 442-R15 899
Ethiopian Air
Fri 12/10Thu 1/11
MXP - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 701
Typical prices: R8 214-R12 007
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/10
MXP - CPT • 2 stops
Direct 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
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 23% 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 stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R9 494 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 14h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Malpensa to Cape Town (MXP-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Malpensa to Cape Town

Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Nov 1
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:40 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
15h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 184Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Nov 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:40 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 638Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:55 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
17h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R9 687Turkish Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 14
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 16:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
24h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R9 703Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 - 12:05MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 9:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
33h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R9 735Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:35 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 9:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
33h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R9 752Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:35 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R9 768Turkish Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:35 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 21:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
29h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R9 784Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:55 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 16:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R9 946Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 - 23:00MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
17h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R9 963Turkish 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 from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town start at R9 184. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R11 442 to R15 899. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 184 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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 R11 034 return.
•July (R18 595) and December (R17 848) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% 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

R6 701
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Malpensa to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Malpensa 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which 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 direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 14 325 km.

  • 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?

    Return flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town range from R11 442 to R15 899, with an average of R13 126 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 442 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 2 weeks of departure) run 13% above the route average of R13 126. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 R7 784, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • 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:

    • Zurich (ZRH) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Zurich (ZRH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R12 104 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R16 015, a difference of R3 910. 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 Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 52m, compared to 15h 17m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 07m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, 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 Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R12 104 – about R3 910 less than Saturday (24% 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 23% 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 R11 034 return in that month – typically R7 561 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

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