Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Milan: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Milan.
The timezone in Milan is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour behind Cairo, where Cairo International Airport is located.
Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the most traveled route, with 33 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from CAI to MXP is with Neos Air at 20:30. Choose the first departure with Neos Air at 01:40 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to make your flight from CAI to Milan. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can catch a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Milan that lands at Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Milan are offered by numerous airlines. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from CAI to Milan that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
To enter Italy for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Egypt. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Cairo International Airport to Milan.
The journey from central Cairo to CAI takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Milan, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Milan
R 2,010 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Milan. Return flights start at R 3,600. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap tickets from CAI to Milan, reserve your journey 3 months before the departure date.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Milan. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Finding a cheap ticket from CAI to Milan is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Cairo International Airport to Milan. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 53 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Milan. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MXP instead:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Central Milan is located around 64 kilometres from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). Once your flight from Cairo International Airport to Milan has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 58 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near BGY. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from CAI to Milan at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Milan
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Cairo International Airport to Milan while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Milan, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Milan, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Milan, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap flights from CAI to Milan in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Milan
After booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Milan, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Milan:
Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano and Milan Cathedral are just two of the big attractions to add to your Milan to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Complete your Milan trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Milan and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Milan.