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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Milan to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 624 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.590 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Air Algerie and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 590 €, select.
Cape Town.601 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Air Algerie and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 601 €, select.
Cape Town.612 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Air Algerie and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 612 €, select.
Cape Town.612 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Air Algerie and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 612 €, select.
Cape Town.613 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Air Algerie and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 613 €, select.
Cape Town.621 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Sat, 13 Jun.Return flight with Air Algerie and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departs from Milan Malpensa on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 621 €, select.
Cape Town.624 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with Air Algerie and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departs from Milan Malpensa on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 624 €, select.
Cape Town.625 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Jun.Return flight with Air Algerie and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air Algerie, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 625 €, select.
Cape Town.660 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Sun, 20 Dec.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 660 €, select.
Cape Town.668 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Milan Linate.Price includes taxes and charges.From 668 €, select.
Cape Town.671 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Milan Linate on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Milan Linate.Price includes taxes and charges.From 671 €, select.
Cape Town.671 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Milan Linate on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Milan Linate.Price includes taxes and charges.From 671 €, select.
Cape Town.671 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Milan Linate on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Milan Linate.Price includes taxes and charges.From 671 €, select.
Cape Town.678 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Milan Linate on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Milan Linate.Price includes taxes and charges.From 678 €, select.
Cape Town.679 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Sat, 30 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Milan Linate.Price includes taxes and charges.From 679 €, select.
Cape Town.679 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 8 Feb.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Milan Linate.Price includes taxes and charges.From 679 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milan to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from 695 €
May
from 624 €
Jun
from 625 €
Jul
from 724 €
Aug
from 612 €
Sep
from 613 €
Oct
from 590 €
Nov
from 694 €
Dec
from 660 €
Jan
from 679 €
Feb
from 679 €
Mar
from 668 €

Milan to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Milan to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found326 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Milan to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Milan to Cape Town is 590 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Milan to Cape Town. But we found flights with one stop from 590 €.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Milan to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan to Cape Town is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Milan to Cape Town Airport on Friday, 9 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Milan and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cape Town is Air Algerie .

Travelling from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

  • The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Milan. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Milan to CPT.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

Airports in Milan

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Milan to CPT leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel near Milan Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Milan Malpensa Airport, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)

  • Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport, browse these options when taking off from Milan Bergamo Airport:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • BGY is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Milan to CPT flight? Check in to a hotel near Milan Bergamo Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:

  • 75% of flights out of Milan Bergamo Airport make it to their destination as expected.

Milano Linate Airport (LIN)

  • Lock in a plane ticket from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between LIN and CPT include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.

  • Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Milan to Cape Town International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:

  • With 84% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LIN is a dependable starting point for your trip.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • From Cape Town International Airport, central Cape Town is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

  • It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Cape Town International Airport is 326 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 590 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Milan to CPT. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Affordable Milan to Cape Town International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Milan to CPT.

  • Find the best deal on a flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). January is the busiest month to travel to Cape Town. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Milan to CPT plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Cape Town International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

More about Cape Town

  • Start your Cape Town trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Cape Town International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Your Cape Town visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you won't want to miss include Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Cape Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres northwest of Cape Town, a visit to Saldanha will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like North Head Lighthouse, Hoedjieskop Museum and Pietskiet Museum.

  • Next stop? Travel to Ceres. It's roughly 97 kilometres northeast of Cape Town and features highlights including Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve and Togryers Museum.

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