Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Johannesburg one hour ahead of Milan.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your MXP to JNB flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between MXP and JNB:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Currently, R 6,258 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,000. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MXP to JNB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
68.23% of flights taking off from Milano Malpensa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Milano Malpensa Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MXP? If you're catching an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Milano Malpensa Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Johannesburg. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to explore Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MXP to JNB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Africa, head for Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are among the biggest draws.