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Cheapest return flight
R9 422
Typical prices: R11 659-R15 577
Condor
Sat 1/12Tue 25/12
MXP - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 132
Typical prices: R7 644-R11 835
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/10
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 24% 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 723 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 14h 59m (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

Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 25
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17:00 - 10:45MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R9 422Condor
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
15h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 920Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 14
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19:25 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m2 stops Zurich Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
15h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 037Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 086Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 535Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 602Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 751Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 30 - Tue, Apr 6
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23:40 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 834Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 30
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
16h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 901Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
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22:55 - 14:10MXP  Milan Malpensa-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 8:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MXP Milan Malpensa
20h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zurich
R10 917Ethiopian Air
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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 return flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town?

Return flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town typically range from R11 659 to R15 577. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 422 on Condor.

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 17% higher.

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 299 return.
•July (R19 558) and December (R17 930) 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 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% 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 132
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 129% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town

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

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town takes 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 659 to R15 577, with an average of R13 416 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 659 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 13% above the R13 416 route average. 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 R6 647, which is 34% 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 R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • 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) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 14% 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 20% on flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 679 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R15 769, a difference of R3 091.

    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 Milan Malpensa Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 59m, compared to 15h 14m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 14m 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R12 679, about R3 091 less than Saturday fares (20% 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 24% 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 299 return in that month – typically R8 259 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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