Flying from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are Milan's main options.
The timezone in Praia is UTC-1, which is two hours behind Milan. Nelson Mandela International Airport is located in Praia.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Milan to RAI.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Milan to RAI leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, data shows 68.23% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
You can arrive at BGY from central Milan in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 64 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your Milan to RAI flight:
67.49% of flights taking off from Orio al Serio International Airport arrive according to schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
LIN is roughly 11 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Milano Linate Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive when they should. At LIN, that figure is 79.56%.
About Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near RAI instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nelson Mandela International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Fernando Rent a Car, Route 238 or Alucar and explore beyond Praia's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Right now, R 3,585 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,343. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Milan to RAI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Praia. June is when most people book flights from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Praia is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Milan to RAI plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport in March if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Praia
Start your Praia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Nelson Mandela International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Prainha Beach, Praia de Gamboa Beach and Farol de D. Maria Pia are must-do's during your Praia adventure.
Explore more of Cape Verde
You've done Praia, now it's time to discover more of Cape Verde. Travel around 274 kilometres north-west to Mindelo to check off its top attractions. From Torre de Belem to Piscinas Naturais da Fajã Grande and Praia da Laginha, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Santa Maria is another well-known destination in Cape Verde and is around 193 kilometres north of Praia. No trip is complete without a visit to Scuba Team Cabo Verde - Diving Club, Ponta Preta Beach and Kite Beach Coastline.